Designed to meet the needs of industry, MSc Advanced Computer Science will help you to build on your computing experience and develop cutting edge IT skills.

You will develop an in-depth understanding of the topics that are defining the industry today. Gaining advanced computer science skills in areas such as: application design, computer network security, system development, big data, and cloud computing. You will also have the opportunity to explore computational intelligence, object-oriented design, artificial intelligence, wireless computer network technology, network security, and system development.

This advanced computer science is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer - and furthermore, for the purposes of fully meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

This course will further enhance your already established skills in computer science, providing you with an advanced qualification that will be highly regarded by employers. 

Graduates will be equipped with the latest skills to excel in a variety of careers in the IT industry, such as software engineering, network design and management, artificial intelligence or IT consultancy.

As a Northumbria University student, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities. Including the new Computer and Information Sciences building located in the heart of Newcastle, with access to dedicated IT systems on evenings and weekends. Our equipment is industry leading, meaning that you will graduate familiar with industry standard equipment. Learn more about the computer science facilities here.

Are you interested in pursuing an IT career, but don’t have an undergraduate degree in a computing-related subject? MSc Computer Science is the course you’ll need to help you change direction. 

The MSC Advanced Computer Science course will help you take your skills to an advanced level, enhancing your employment prospects and opening up new job opportunities.

To further enhance your career we will support you in your own professional development through the integration of employability skills and use of regular feedback throughout all stages of your studies.

We will work with you to develop your communication, time and resource management skills. You will leave equipped with the ability to critique your own work and learning experience as well as being able to demonstrate initiative and self-reliance.