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Computer Systems Engineering MSc
Computer Systems Engineering MSc

Computer Systems Engineering MSc

  • ID:UoGC440233
  • Level:Master's Degree
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Fees (GBP)

* Deposits.Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): £360 Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: £340 Registration/exam only fee: £160

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60
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100
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20
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Engilsh Requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

  • overall score 6.5

  • no sub-test less than 6.0

  • or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification:

Common equivalent English language qualifications

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission for both home/EU and international students for this programme:

  • ibTOEFL: 90; no sub-test less than:

    • Reading: 20

    • Listening: 19

    • Speaking: 19

    • Writing: 23

  • CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English): 176 overall; no sub-test less than 169

  • CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English):  176 overall; no sub-test less than 169

  • PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English, Academic test): 60; no sub-test less than 59

  • Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English: ISEII at Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests

For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept an IELTS test (Academic module) from any of the 1000 IELTS test centres from around the world and we do not require a specific UKVI IELTS test for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.

Course Information

  • This Masters in Computer Systems Engineering provides an extensive introduction to state-of-the-art miniaturised and mobile computer systems and smart device technology. This allows you to acquire the complementary hardware and software knowledge and skills required to design and develop such systems.

  • You will be taught jointly by the Schools of Engineering and Computing Science. You will benefit from their combined resources and expertise and from an industry-focused curriculum.
  • Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked 5th in the UK and 1st in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2020)
  • If you are a computer engineering graduate, this programme will enhance your knowledge; if you are an electronic engineering graduate you can focus on developing your software skills; or if you are computer science graduate you can focus on developing your hardware skills.

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Modes of delivery of the MSc in Computer Systems Engineering include lectures, seminars and tutorials and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, project and team work. 

Core courses

  • DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING

  • HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION (H)

  • INTEGRATED SYSTEMS DESIGN PROJECT M

  • SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (M)

  • MSC PROJECT

Optional courses typically include

  • ADVANCED OPERATING SYSTEMS

  • ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (H)

  • COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE (H)

  • CRYPTOGRAPHY AND SECURE DEVELOPMENT (M)

  • CYBER SYSTEM FORENSICS (M)

  • DIGITAL COMMUNICATION 4

  • INTERNET TECHNOLOGY (M)

  • MICROWAVE AND MILLIMETRE WAVE CIRCUIT DESIGN

  • OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS

  • REAL TIME EMBEDDED PROGRAMMING

  • SAFETY-CRITICAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT (M)

  • WEB SCIENCE (M)

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Pre Courses

Pre-Sessional English Course

This depends on your starting level. For students aiming for the standard requirement of IELTS 6.5 and starting a degree programme in September we recommend

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Career opportunities include positions in software development, chip design, embedded system design, telecommunications, video systems, automation and control, aerospace, development of PC peripherals and FPGA programming, defence and services for the heavy industries, for example generator and industrial motor control systems, etc.

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurrance_fee: £300/year

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