MScComputer Systems

Study location	United Kingdom, Park Square campus
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 Years
Study language	English
Awards	MSc

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+, TOEFL 79+ or CAE result B2

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. beds.ac.uk/..postgraduate/computer-systems

Overview

COURSE SUMMARY

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to explore a range
of opportunities in network engineering, security consultancy, IT
project management, IT consultancy and network design.

During the course you will:

• Develop critical skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation to
  allow you to explore computer systems issues at a complex level
• Enjoy access to state-of-the-art computing laboratories, including
  two dedicated network test labs
• Benefit from a vibrant research environment with world leading
  research groups in Wireless Network Design, Computer Graphics and
  Visualisation and Distributed Technologies
• Access strong industry links that underpin the curriculum and our
  teaching strategy

Areas of study you may cover on this course include:

• IT-related skills and knowledge relevant to the field of Computer
  Systems (such as network administration, operating systems, project
  management skills etc)
• Theoretical concepts which you will learn to apply in a practical
  sense

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Career opportunities

CAREER MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Throughout the course we develop your ability to reflect on your
performance, and to develop teamwork, written and oral communication.
You will also be introduced to the Universitys Career Development unit
to help you develop a strong CV.

CAREER/FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

Career:

It is anticipated that upon complete of the course, graduates will
possess skills and knowledge to have a strong impact in an
organisation Students will have had opportunity for reflective and
critical evaluation of their capability as both a team worker and
independent learner and this will ensure that students are well-placed
to begin a career in a wide range of areas. During the course students
will have extensive networking opportunities within the wider course
team as well as the University.

They can talk through career and further development opportunities
with personal tutors, peers and the University Centre for Career
Development. Upon successful completion of this course you are likely
to enter the industry as a computing professional in: Network
Engineering, Security Consultancy, IT Project Management, IT
Consultancy, and Network Design.

Further study:

There are a number of opportunities for further study including MSc
by Research and MPhil/PhD opportunities may be available within the
Department of Computer Science and Technology. Students that wish to
may also consider an MBA programme.