Computer Science courses

About Computer Science Msc in Northumbria University, Newcastle

You will develop broad knowledge and skills in the main areas of computing science, such as web development, computer networks and database modelling.

Whether you are looking for a brand-new challenge, or simply want to refine your existing knowledge and expertise, this degree will help you on your way to a high earning career in computer science. This programme welcomes those without an undergraduate degree in Computing.

Graduates are expected to work in a number of career opportunities across a wide range of specialist computing areas. This will include software engineering, systems analysis and design, computer networks, database development and management, software testing and project management. Graduates have also set themselves up as IT consultants, or joined existing consultancy firms. 

Designed in consultation with partners from industry, you will develop the most up-to-date computing knowledge, tailor-made to fulfil employment demand.

This master’s course is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

At Northumbria University, you will have access to some of the best state-of-the-art facilities in the North East, including our new Computer and Information Sciences building located in Newcastle city centre. Here you will have access to dedicated IT systems on evenings and weekends.

Entry Requirements

• 55% (52% from Delhi/Mumbai/Pune Universities) for ONE YEAR courses requiring a 2:2
• 60% (60% includes Delhi/Mumbai/Pune Universities) for ONE YEAR courses requiring a 2:1 
• 60% (60% from Delhi/Mumbai/Pune Universities) for ALL TWO YEAR courses requiring a 2:2 or a 2:1 

English Language Entry Requirements

• International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*)

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