A 2:2 honours degree (or above) in Computer Science or other relevant discipline.
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
Advanced software technology is critical to the functioning of modern society. Computing systems can be found in science and engineering, medicine design and manufacturing, commerce and public service. Software technology dictates how these systems operate and how they are used.
The MSc Advanced Software Technology is suitable if you are a Computer Science or Software Engineering graduate or if you have relevant experience from a first degree. It may also be suitable if you have substantial experience of working in a related environment and wish to develop your knowledge.
Our brand new £32.5m Computational Foundry lies at the heart of this course. Sophisticated teaching and research equipment include a Vision and Biometric Lab, a Maker Lab, a Theory Lab, a Cyber Security/Networking Lab, a User Lab and a Visualisation Suite.
You will choose modules from a diverse range of computer science subjects. These include artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies and operation systems, big data, and network security.
Broad learning in the first part of the course is followed by a substantial project module in the second part. This puts you in a strong position for seeking employment or undertaking further study.
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Modules
The first part of this MSc contains a series of compulsory and optional 15-credit modules. A wide range of subjects include blockchain, cryptocurrencies and smart contracts, big data, visual analytics and web application development.
The second part contains a 60-credit project module.
Year 1 (Level 7T)
FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
Module Name
Software Engineering Project Planning and Management
Software Team Project
Computer Science Project Research Methods
Software Testing
Optional Modules
AST optionals (Autumn)
Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Graduates from our BSc programmes in Computer Science at Swansea University are usually not allowed to take modules of which they have already taken the level 3 version. The department aims to offer sufficient modules to allow a balanced choice of optional modules. In case of queries regarding the required modules for your scheme, please contact the course coordinator for the respective scheme. Select two modules.
Module Name
Information Security Management
Critical Systems
Human-Centred Visual Analytics
Embedded System Design
Optimisation
Modelling and Verification Techniques
Operating Systems and Architectures
AND
CSCM48/CSCM18/CSCM45
Choose Maximum Of 15 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : You may choose to make no selection in this section.
Module Name
IT-Security: Cryptography and Network Security
Big Data and Machine Learning
Web Application Development
AND
AST optionals (Spring)
Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select two modules.
Module Name
Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Smart Contracts
Big Data and Data Mining
Data Visualisation
Advanced Topics: Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security
Human Computer Interaction
Logic in Computer Science
Computer Vision and Deep Learning
Hardware and Devices
AND
CSCM18J/CSCM48B/CSCM45J
Choose Maximum Of 15 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : You may choose to make no selection in this section.
Module Name
IT-Security: Cryptography and Network Security
Big Data and Machine Learning
Web Application Development
FHEQ 7 Taught Masters Dissertation
Compulsory Modules
Module Name
MSc Project
Completing this MSc will considerably enhance your software technology career prospects. Our graduates often progress to rewarding employment with a respected employer. Below are a number of their recent destinations.
Software engineer, Motorola Solutions
Change coordinator, Logica
Software developer/engineer, NS Technology
Workflow developer, Irwin Mitchell
IT developer, Crimson Consultants
Programmer, Evil Twin Artworks
Web developer & web support, VSI Thinking
Software developer, Wireless Innovations
Associate business application analyst, CDC Software
Software developer, OpenBet Technologies
Technical support consultant, Alterian
Programming, Rock It
Software developer, BMJ Group
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
