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University of Hertfordshire Masters
of Science in Computer Science – CCT117
Course Overview
The University of Hertfordshire MSc in Computer
Science is a full-time programme (supplemented
by a virtual / online course management system)
aimed primarily at candidates from a Computing and
Information Technology (IT) background. The course
provides a thorough expert and up-to-date knowledge
of IT and Computer Science and will prepare the
individual with the necessary academic skills and
credits for the eventual continuation to a Master of
Science (MSc) degree.
The University of Hertfordshire MSc in Computer
Science is designed to give graduates the up-to-date
skills and knowledge sought after by employers,
whether in business, government, or research. This
programme will prepare graduates for a career in
research, IT, or Software Development. If a candidate’s
first degree is not in computer science, it will enable
that student (with supplemental introductory subjects
throughout this Masters programme) to apply advanced
computing techniques to the candidate’s original
discipline, or to change career direction into the IT
industry.
Course Aims
The normal entry requirements for the programme are:
the applicants’ ability to succeed at, and benefit from
the Programme.
For guidance purposes, the normal entry requirements
for the Programme are:
• a recent Honours Degree in Computer Science (or
equivalent);
• a less recent Honours Degree in Computer Science
(or equivalent);
• an Honours Degree in a non-CS subject combined
with some level of computer literacy.
Entrants with a recent Honours Degree in Computer
Science (or equivalent) may be registered directly for
the Programme.
Depending on the award concerned, and the computing
background of the entrant, he or she may be required to
take some combination of the modules:
• Introduction to Programming.
• Object-oriented Programming.
• Software Development Tools and Methods.
Applicants whose first language is not English must
demonstrate sufficient competence in English to benefit
from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated
by recognised awards equivalent to a TOEFL score of
550 in the written test or 213 in the CBT test together
with a TOEFL Test of Written English of 4.0, or an overall
IELTS score of 6.0 Candidates who do not satisfy these
requirements will be considered on a case-by-case
basis.
Course Content
The following modules can be taken over a 2 year period,
with core modules mandatory to complete:
Core Modules
Research Methodology
Computer Science MSc. Project Dissertation
Optional Modules
Advanced Databases
Distributed Systems Security
Human Computer Interaction: Developing Usable Systems
Human Computer Interaction: Selecting Usable Systems
Introduction to Programming
Measures and Models for Software Engineering
Mobile Standards, Interfaces, and Applications
Multicast and Multimedia Networking
Multimedia Specification, Design and Production
Object-Oriented Programming
Principles and Practice of E-learning Design and
Development
Professional Issues
Secure Systems Programming
Software Development Tools and Methods
Software Engineering Practice and Experience
Web Scripting and Content Creation
Web Services
Wireless, Mobile and Ad-Hoc Networking
Detailed module descriptions available upon request by
directly contacting the college.
Accreditation
This programme is awarded by the University of
Hertfordshire, UK
Duration
Two academic years both full-time and part-time
Course Fees
Please contact the college directly to ascertain the course
fees. Medical insurance for Non-EU nationals is compulsory
and as part of the Irish Student Visa requirements and can
be arranged by CCT for an additional fee of EUR160 for 12
months.
UK and Irish NQF Levels
UK NQF award at Level 7
Irish NQF award at Level 9