MSc Computing Scienceand Web Technologies

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Our University is a place where ideas are debated and business is conducted with our many, prestigious corporate partners. Our Faculty constitutes a major learning network for students, with staff providing support through the challenges of our international MSc programme.

Benefit from our partnershipsAs one of the largest Colleges in the University of the Highlands and Islands, Perth has strong links with educational institutions and countries around the world, including St Andrews University, Scotland, founded in 1413; Andhra University, The GMR Group and JNTUK in India; Monmouth University, USA; Cape Breton University, Canada; Bydgoszcz University, Poland; and the Jordanian Royal Airforce, Jordan.

Our campus attracts students from around the worldWe currently have students from over 50 countries, including Asia, the Middle East, the Americas and Europe, enjoying life in our small, friendly city, voted the best place to live in Scotland in a national survey.

Why you should choose the University of the Highlands and Islands

Perth is one of the longest established and largest campuses in the University of the Highlands and Islands.

Located in the historic city of the same name, the original ‘capital’ of Scotland, its connections with King Charles II, Sir Walter Scott, Oliver Cromwell and Scone Abbey, where the Kings of Scotland were once crowned,

make it one of the major cultural attractions in the UK.

Scholarships available.

MSc in Computing Science and Web Technologies Our MSc programme aims to provide you with an intensive and practical programme including individual and team projects, tutorials, lab sessions and assessments that will give you the edge in the international recruitment market.

As a graduate of computing science and web technologies from the University of the Highlands and Islands, you will have the high level knowledge, skills and understanding of computing, computing science and web technologies, that IT employers need.

What you will study on our MScThe MSc is made up of modules taught over two 14-week semesters, a dissertation and live project in the third semester.

Central to your success will be a four-week intensive induction programme at the start of your course. This will extend your knowledge and skills in databases, object-oriented programming, web programming and independent learning.

Content includes:

SEMESTER ONE

Completion of 3 modules. Each is worth 20 SCQF credits.

• Web programming • Intelligentsystems• Mobiletechnologies

SEMESTER TWO

Completion of a further 3 modules. Each is worth 20 SCQF credits.

• Databasesystems• Human-computerinteraction• Webscience

SEMESTER THREE

Completion of the following. Worth 60 SCQF credits.

• Dissertation

Small classes mean you get more personal attention from our lecturers, giving you a greater chance of success.

Career Opportunities

The information in this publication is for your guidance only and is subject to changeas part of our policy of continuous improvement.

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Perth College is a registered Scottish charity, number SC021209.

In partnership with Harjai Computers Pvt Ltd, we provide employment opportunities for eligible students on completion of their programme. Harjai Computers Pvt Ltd is a fast-growing ISO 9001:2008 certified IT company, incorporated in 1995, specialising in resourcing services in IT across the globe. They help global organisations meet business objectives through the effective and efficient use of technology, processes, and resources. Their motto is “We don’t give Jobs, We don’t make Careers, We make Lives”.

We work with industry to provide placement opportunities, which should give you valuable computing experience with UK-based organisations, allowing you to apply theories and concepts from the MSc to real situations. Live projects with host organisations may include engineering, aeronautical engineering, energy, IT, business and finance, depending on the field you choose. Placements run in the third semester and you may be asked to work up to 5 days a week in your partner organisation, developing your project.

Entry requirements A minimum 2:2 honours UK Computing degree from a recognised university or equivalent awarding institution. Equivalences in education will be checked using NARIC through the International Centre.

Alternative and equivalent qualifications and experience will be considered on an individual basis, overseen by the admissions panel.

You should also have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or above, with no individual components (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) scoring less than 6.

How to applyYou should complete an application form and also provide a personal statement detailing any relevant experience you have and outlining your intentions and ambitions.

• You must provide copies of your qualifications and marks.

• You must provide your English language certificate and academic references.

• You may be interviewed in your own country.

So if you want your career to really go places with an MSc from a UK university, get in touch with us today.

Call +44 (0) 1738 877512 or email catherine.etri@perth.uhi.ac.uk to find out more about the course.

To contact our authorised representatives in your country, see www.perth.uhi.ac.uk/international/Pages/AuthorisedRepresentatives.aspx

Or contact our International Centre by calling +44 (0) 1738 877286 or email perthinternational@perth.uhi.ac.uk

Assistant Director of our International Centre isHithendra Cheetirala. Email him athithendra.cheetirala@perth.uhi.ac.uk

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Updated: 12/9/11