Robert Gordon University
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School of Computing Robert Gordon University |
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| Address |
St. Andrew St.,
Aberdeen AB25 1HG Scotland |
| Tel. No. | +44 (0) 1224 262700 |
| Fax No. | +44 (0) 1224 262727 |
| E-mail address | msc-enquiry@comp.rgu.ac.uk |
| Courses |
MSc Computing: Software Technology MSc Computing: Software Technology with Network Management MSc Computing: Information Engineering MSc Computing: Information Engineering with Network Management MSc Information Systems MSc Human Interface Design |
| Type of courses | All courses run in full time or part time mode. MSc Computing: Software Technology also runs in distance learning mode. |
| Length of course | 12 months in full time mode |
| Date of commencement |
All courses have an intake in September each year. MSc Computing: Software Technology also has an intake in January each year. Application deadlines: Applications are considered up to the commencement of the course |
| Class size | Typically around 30 |
| Accommodation | The University offers some accommodation for rent by students. There is also a large private rented sector in Aberdeen. |
| Fees |
Fees for Home and EU students are £4,313. Fees for students outside the EU are £9200. |
| Student grants/ Financial Assistance |
EU students who are successful in gaining a funded place will be awarded £3235.00 from SAAS towards the cost of their tuition fees, which will be paid directly to the University. It may also be possible to apply for an income-assessed maintenance grant, plus other supplementary grants, but this will be based on individual circumstances and eligibility. Some partial scholarships may also be available for International students. |
| Student Profile |
1.Countries of origin:
UK/EU, India, Nigeria, China 2. Ratio Men: Women 70:30 3. Age Range: 24-40 4. Average Age: 26 5. Average Work Experience: 0-2 years |
| Course director | Dr. John McCall |
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The Postgraduate Programme in Computing offers a range of courses aimed at producing highly skilled graduates for the IT industry. All of our courses are highly rated by employers – we have among the highest rates of graduate employment in the UK. According to government statistics, 97% of our graduates are employed in IT within 6 months of graduation. The programme offers two types of course – generalist courses, aimed at graduates of non-computing disciplines who wish to work in IT; and specialist courses, aimed at graduates who already have degrees in computing but who wish to gain advanced skills. The courses available are: Generalist courses: MSc Computing: Software Technology The course provides an opportunity for graduates of non-computing disciplines to develop specialist skills suitable for a career in Computing. The course is designed for students who wish to apply their knowledge and expertise in a technical environment and need to develop core computing skills in order to achieve this. Students will develop skills in software development, database systems and web programming as well as the research and development skills required to undertake a sustained software development project. The Software Project Engineering and MSc Project modules are of particular value to employers as evidence of the ability to produce high quality work of an advanced technical standard to deadline and to a high standard of presentation. MSc Computing: Software Technology with Network Management This course is a development from MSc Computing: Software Technology which includes a practically-focused Network Management theme, reflecting the strong demand from industry for graduates with hands-on skills in this area. The networking modules are taught by CISCO-accredited trainers in a purpose-built networking lab. The module content covers Semesters 1 to 4 of CISCO's Training Academy and will fully prepare students for CISCO accreditation MSc Information Systems The course is a master's programme that combines the study of software development with distributed systems. The main aim of the course is to provide an education and training in software development tools and techniques that will extend and enhance the knowledge and skills of non-computing graduates and prepare them for a career in the general area of information systems. MSc Information Systems graduates can also add information systems knowledge to their existing expertise and continue to be employed in the field of their original degree. The Software Project Engineering and MSc Project modules are of particular value to employers as evidence of the ability to produce high quality work of an advanced technical standard to deadline and to a high standard of presentation. Specialist Courses: MSc Computing: Information Engineering The MSc/PgD/PgC Computing: Information Engineering is a specialist masters programme, designed to equip honours Computing graduates with expert knowledge of information systems technology and to provide a foundation of research skills to become an independent researcher. It provides the technical skills and research training necessary to develop sophisticated information systems and to meet the challenge required in merging the various technologies. The technical content of the course is aimed at relevant industrial techniques and theoretical underpinning in the specialised area. In addition, the technical work is supplemented by a significant amount of research training to provide students with an introduction to the skills required to become independent researchers. The MSc project modules are of particular value to employers as evidence of the student's ability to produce high-quality work of an advance technical standard to deadline and to a high standard of presentation. At all stages of study, the course content is complemented by practical work intended to reinforce the learning process but also to enhance the vocational relevance of the programme of study. The syllabus content also incorporates course units intended to enhance the technical and professional skills required to manage and execute state of the art information systems. MSc Computing: Information Engineering with Network Management This course is a development from MSc Computing: information engineering that includes a practically-focussed Network Management theme, reflecting the strong demand from industry for graduates with hands-on skills in this area. The networking modules are taught by CISCO-accredited trainers in a purpose-built networking lab. The module content covers Semesters 1 to 4 of CISCO's Training Academy and will fully prepare students for CISCO accreditation. MSc Human Interface Design The course is a specialist master's programme, which aims to develop expertise in both the technical and the design skills, required for effective computer interfaces. The modules aim to provide specialist advanced technical skills in the areas of human computer interaction, interface design and graphic design. The course content is complemented by practical work intended to reinforce the learning process but also to enhance the vocational relevance of the programme of study. The syllabus content also incorporates course units intended to enhance the technical and professional skills required to manage and execute state-of-the art information systems. The School of Computing at RGU is at the leading edge of innovation in computing and information technology. Located in the centre of Europe’s Oil Capital, the School is renowned for both its applied research and its pioneering approaches to education. With 97% of our students in relevant employment following graduation, it is clear that our courses provide a professional, educational experience that meets the needs of industry and commerce. If you want a career in an exciting and dynamic discipline that will challenge your imagination and can shape the future then think about Computing. The School of Computing at RGU has an international reputation for research. The research interests of our staff influence our courses through up-to-date subject content, leading edge developments and research based projects that will give you an insight into exciting new innovations and applications of computing. Our courses are also developed in collaboration with industry, and take account of the practical needs of potential employers. All of our courses therefore also focus on team working, communication and presentation skills. As a result, you will graduate with a range of skills and professional experience that will open career opportunities in both industry and research and development. Robert Gordon University The Robert Gordon University is a dynamic modern University with an international reputation for providing high quality education from Undergraduate to PhD level. With a diverse and exciting range of degree programmes in Business, Law, Engineering, Science, Computing, Art, Design, Architecture, Pharmacy and Health Sciences all taught in state-of-the-art facilities, RGU can set you on the path to the career you want. In 2006 the Times named RGU as the top university for graduate employment. All our programmes are designed to offer students an effective combination of academic study and practical experience, developed by close consultation with industry. In combining the best of the academic and professional worlds, a degree from the Robert Gordon University places graduates ahead of the rest. Collaborative work with professional bodies, industrial organisations, government departments and research institutes continues to enhance our academic profile at home and abroad. The majority of our courses enable part-time study, and an increasing number are available distance learning via the University's Virtual Campus. |
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