Programme summary for MSc Computer Systems Engineering (Software Systems)
About the programme
This programme is designed to enable engineers to develop a comprehensive systems software approach for applications which will provide an important contribution to the ever-growing computer software industry. During your studies you will explore the design and development of large, heterogeneous software systems, and give consideration to issues such as reliability and performance features of concurrency and distributed systems, and the management of software development projects. Consideration is also given to a range of relevant areas, such as artificial intelligence and mathematical modelling. At the end of your programme you will have gained the specialist expertise essential to the design and development of high-integrity software for the specification of critical systems.
Programme structure
The programme will be delivered across two semesters of 15 weeks duration for the taught modules of the full-time mode of study, with the project dissertation being completed during the following semester A or B or the Summer Vacation. The part-time provision will span two academic years for the taught modules and followed by the project dissertation. UK students opting for the part-time mode of study can accumulate credits over a longer period of time and obtain the MSc award in no more than six years.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme have successfully moved to careers in systems engineering, or higher study in the UK, Europe and the USA. However a number have also embarked on careers in business, management and finance.
Support
The School prides itself on its student support systems. Based on the practice of industry we operate an open door policy with students encouraged to consult with their tutors. Personal Tutors and Programme Tutors will monitor your progress and provide assistance and advice with academic and personal problems. The School facilities include dedicated computer labs and equipment, which you are free to use, as long as they are not required for a class. Technical support is readily available supported by academics.
Employer links are maintained through our Industrial Liaison Group and employers are invited to attend the University to talk to students about careers. The professional bodies also visit the University regularly and provide details on the qualification process and the advantages available to members.
Admission
The entry requirement for the MSc programme is normally satisfied by possession of one of the following:
- BEng (Hons) in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Computer Science in combination with Electronic Engineering, Physics, or an appropriate and related subject, with an award classification typically of (2:1) but of no less than a lower second class honours (2:2).
- A degree qualification of a standard equivalent to (i) obtained after a course of full-time study extending over a period of not less than three years in a recognised university outside the UK.
- Applicants having other qualifications and/or appropriate professional experience will be considered if they are able to provide a satisfactory outcome, based on the process of Assessment of Prior (Experiential) Learning (APL/APEL). This assessment will be carried out by the School through the APL/APEL Monitoring Committee.
- Applicants will also be required to meet the University standard for competence in English language and will be expected to hold GCSE or equivalent grade C in English. In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.0 or higher overall, with no less than 5.5 in components, or equivalent is required.
UEL is committed to recognising and accrediting prior learning and learning which may have derived from experience. Applicants who hold other qualifications and/or relevant experience may apply to have that learning assessed in order to gain entry to the programme and/or credit towards an award. All enquiries should be directed to the Programme Leader.
Key facts
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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/
