MSc in Information Technology
Programme Content
Full-time students take 7 taught modules and a 3-4 month project. Part-time students take 3 to 4 taught modules in each of their two years, and the project in the second year.
Compulsory Modules
| Summary | Module Tutor |
| Fundamentals of Computing | Michael Zakharyaschev, Trevor Fenner |
| Information Systems | Dave Wilson, Sven Helmer |
| Introduction to Software Development | Keith Mannock and Alex Poulovassilis |
| Project - MSc Computer Science | - |
Optional Modules
Guided by the programme director, students choose 4 additional modules from a range of available options. Please note that the list of optional modules available may vary from year to year, and choices are also subject to timetabling constraints.
| Summary | Module Tutor |
| Computer Systems | Szabolcs Mikulas |
| Database Management | Peter Wood |
| Information Security | David Weston |
| Innovation: Management and Policy | Department of Management |
| Intellectual Capital and Competitiveness | Department of Management |
| Internet and Web Technologies | Peter Wood |
| Object-Oriented Design and Programming | Oded Lachish |
| Research Methods in Management 1 | Department of Management |
| Strategic Information Systems | Dr. David W. Wilson |
| Strategic Information Systems Planning | Dr. David W. Wilson |
| Strategic Management | Department of Management |
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Programme Administrator:
Thomas Epineau
Admissions Tutor:
Sergio Gutierrez Santos
Programme Director:
Dell Zhang