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PGDip Computer Science with Software Engineering (online) at Abertay University

Abertay University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

PGDip award within the online MSc Computer Science with Software Engineering course. A fully online, part-time conversion master's for graduates from non-computing backgrounds who want to specialise in software engineering. It covers networking, human factors and emerging technologies alongside software design, development, testing and maintenance.

Intake: January, March, May, June, September, October (six start dates a year)  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core computing modules (Fundamentals of Computing, Data Structures and Algorithms, Web Development, Databases, Networking, Emergent Technologies, Human Factors) plus Software Engineering, followed by Research Methods, Research Proposal and a Master's Project.

Career pathways

Applications Developer, Information Systems Manager, IT Consultant, Multimedia Programmer, Web Developer.

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Entry requirements

Applies to the online MSc Computer Science with Software Engineering course page: an undergraduate or postgraduate degree (or equivalent), or at least 2 years of experience in roles within a related industry. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.0 overall (or accepted equivalents); TOEFL iBT 78 overall; Pearson PTE Academic 59 overall; Duolingo 105 overall; Cambridge C1/C2 with 162 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: Multiple Start Dates

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