Computer science and Information technologies courses

About Information Technology Msc in University of Derby

• Develop theoretical knowledge and gain practical skills using our dedicated computing laboratories
• Learn how to use IT intelligently to tackle the real-world challenges faced by industry today
• Build your skills in a wide range of cutting-edge and emerging business technologies, such as cloud computing and data mining
• Draw on the expertise of our research-active teaching team as well as IT experts from industry
• Balance your studies with your other commitments: you can study full time or part time, starting in September or January
• Prepare not only for a high-level career in the field of information technology but also for further research leading to a PhD
• 100% of MSc Information Technology students are satisfied with the overall quality of their course (PTES 2019)

The world of information technology is advancing at a remarkable pace, with emerging technologies and developments with smartphones, personal navigation systems and widespread access to broadband Internet. It means there are exciting career opportunities ahead for professionals who can harness IT in new ways to create tangible, business advantage.

Our far-reaching MSc Information Technology prepares you to tackle work-based challenges using IT practically and intelligently. By the end of this programme, you will be able to analyse, synthesise and evaluate both the human and technology factors that are required to apply IT in industry successfully. 

You will learn through lectures, seminars, discussion groups, practical sessions, presentations and blended learning. Using our dedicated computing laboratories, you will develop both theoretical and practical skills in applying information technology.

Assessment includes a range of methods such as analytical essays, reports on lab-based problems, assignments using case studies, multi-task practical portfolios and presentations.

• You will need an honours degree (at least 2.2) or equivalent qualifications / experience in a computing discipline.
• You will need to demonstrate proficiency in English (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).

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