Programme summary for MSc Information Technology
This programme is designed to allow graduate students who have demonstrated intellectual ability in other subject areas the opportunity to undertake postgraduate study in the computing arena and achieve a qualification which will facilitate a career change or entry into the computing field. The pathway focuses on rapid acquisition of the knowledge and skills required for implementing information systems and an evaluation of the development effect on business organisations.
About the programme
This programme is designed to allow graduate students who have demonstrated intellectual ability in other subject areas the opportunity to undertake postgraduate study in the computing arena and achieve a qualification that will facilitate a career change or entry into the computing field. The degree focuses on rapid acquisition of the knowledge and skills required for implementing information systems and an evaluation of the development effect on business organisations.
Programme structure
The programme is offered in full-time mode and part-time mode, commencing September or February. The full time mode consists of two 15-week semesters plus a 14-week dissertation project. The part time mode consists of four 15-week semesters plus a 28-week dissertation project. A full time student will study two 30-credit modules per semester whereas a part time student will study one 30-credit module per semester. For both modes of study the dissertation project may occur during the summer period. It is possible to move from full-time to part-time study and vice-versa to accommodate any external factors such as financial constraints or domestic commitments. However, this may impact on the overall duration of the study period. Students will be required to complete their programme within six years from initial registration.
Career opportunities
The programme prepares you for a wide range of career paths, including specific IT-related positions and roles combining IT with general management. There is a growing demand within the industry to have key management positions filled by personnel who can make best productive use of their IT facilities and use them for strategic advantage.
Support
UEL and the School of Computing, Information Technology and Engineering have in place a number of mechanisms to support you throughout your studies. A personal tutor is allocated to each student at the start of the programme. The personal tutor is available to help you in your academic progress as well as in any general issues that you might face during your studies. An appropriate project supervisor is also allocated to every student who takes the dissertation project to provide support and knowledge throughout the project duration. For each module there is a module leader who can help with any issues around that module. There is also a programme leader to help you with any issues you might have with the programme. Last but not least, counsellors are available for consultation through the student services.
Admission
Applicants are normally expected to hold a first degree in Science or Business studies. The applicants should hold a British award classification of no less than a lower second class honours (2:2). Alternatively, a degree qualification of a standard equivalent from a recognised university outside the U.K is expected.
In the case of applicants whose first degree is from overseas, then minimum overall IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 6.0 in writing & speaking and 5.5 in reading & listening or TOEFL 250/600 is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education postgraduate programmes.
Students that apply to enter stages of the programme may be admitted through normal Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes, or through an approved articulation agreement. Therefore such applicants must be able to demonstrate and evidence that they have the required learning outcomes as listed in the modules for which they are seeking exemption.
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 250/600 is required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education postgraduate programmes.
Students that apply to enter stages of the programme may be admitted through normal Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes, or through an approved articulation agreement. Therefore such applicants must be able to demonstrate and evidence that they have the required learning outcomes as listed in the modules for which they are seeking exemption.
Key facts
You can start many programmes in either September or February and applications are simple to make. Click below to:
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Tuition Fees - 2013/14
Home/EU Fees
- Module fee: £1,100
- Full time fee: £6,600 per yr
International Fees
- Module fee: £1,770
- Full time fee: £10,620 per yr
Fees based on 30 credit modules (unless otherwise indicated) For further information regarding postgraduate fees please refer to www.uel.ac.uk/fees/
