Computing and Information Systems - MSc at University of South Wales

Programme overview

A BCS-accredited master's for graduates and experienced IT practitioners that builds skills in software development, databases, data analytics and project management. Taught at the Pontypridd campus through practical lab-based work, with all assessment by coursework and no exams.

Duration: 15 months full-time (February start); 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: February 2027 (Pontypridd, full-time); September 2027 full-time and part-time | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Principles of Computing, Software Development, Big Data and Analytics, ICT Systems Development, and Project Management and Research Methodology, plus one optional module (Networking Technologies or GIS Principles and Practice), followed by the MSc Project.

Career pathways

Graduates work as applications developers, database administrators, IT project managers, web developers, network engineers, application support analysts, software engineers, data analysts and information managers, or progress to a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent in a connected subject, typically Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems or Electronic Engineering. Applicants with experience but no formal computing qualifications are also considered. International applicants: English language level as set by the university's international admissions requirements.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,060 a year. Key course details figure for 2027 entry, full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time fee per year Source

Intake: February 2027 (Pontypridd, full-time); September 2027 full-time and part-time

Duration: 15 months full-time (February start); 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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