MSc in Advanced Computing Technologies
Aims of the Programme
This is a specialised programme of study of advanced computing technologies focusing on two areas of expertise and research specialisation within the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems:
- Information and Web Technologies
- Intelligent Technologies
In addition to eight taught modules, there is a substantial practical project. Students who complete this programme will have gained strong practical and theoretical knowledge of the above areas which they will be able to use in
- analysis of problems arising in use of advanced computing technologies
- evaluation and application of technologies
- research into, and development of, new technologies.
Special Features
The programme has been designed to meet the needs of both full-time students wishing to advance their knowledge of advanced computing technologies before embarking on a career in IT or on a research degree, and part-time students already working in the IT sector. The programme has a significant research element as many of the modules include study and discussion of recent research advances.
Flexible pathways enable you to choose whether to follow 4 or 8 modules, and the period of study which can be 1 year, 2 years, or longer if your circumstances require that.
- Complete 4 modules to be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate Advanced Computing Technologies.
- Complete 8 modules to be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma Advanced Computing Technologies.
- Complete 8 modules and a project to be awarded an MSc Advanced Computing Technologies.
- Choose your modules and project in a specialised area to be awarded an MSc Information and Web Technologies or MSc Intelligent Technologies
If you have a question about the Advanced Computing Technologies programme that is not
covered in the Programme FAQ or in the Birkbeck information for prospective students, please contact Thomas Epineau.
Apply online Full-time or Part-time or download a postgraduate application form. See also Fees
Programme Administrator:
Thomas Epineau
Admissions Tutor:
Andrea Cali
Programme Director:
Nigel Martin