Computing
Advance your career in computing with a Master's degree from Robert Gordon University.
Pre-Master's Leading to Computing
Keen to progress your career in the computing industry? With input from Robert Gordon University, this 10-week course was created to equip you with the tools needed to succeed in your postgraduate-level studies. On successful completion, you will progress seamlessly onto your chosen Master’s degree in computing.
Duration
- 10 weeks
Intakes
- February
- June
- October
Location
- Aberdeen
MSc Degrees Available
MSc Data Science
With a focus on Big Data, this course looks at traditional and unconventional data management and explores the following:
- Acquisition
- Storage
- Warehousing
- Analytics
- Visualisation tools and techniques.
You will put your new skills into practice in RGU’s state-of-the-art facilities.
Find out more: MSc Data Science
MSc Cyber Security
Cyber Security is a fast-paced and ever-changing field in which to specialise. This degree will teach you how to design and maintain secure information systems and networks. You will also gain the knowledge and skills to prevent, protect and minimise cyber security threats and incidents.
Find out more: MSc Cyber Security
MSc IT for the Energy Industry
This specialist computing degree provides training in the following:
- Software development tools and techniques
- IT service management
- Geoscience, including renewable energy.
You can join this course with a degree in any technical subject.
Find out more: MSc IT for the Energy Industry
MSc Information Technology
This degree will provide the core knowledge and skills required to work within the IT industry. If you are a non-computing graduate who would like to pursue a career in IT, this course will extend and enhance your existing skills and knowledge using software development tools and techniques.
Find out more: MSc Information Technology
MSc Information Technology with Business Intelligence
If you are a non-computing graduate, this degree will help you develop the specialist skills needed to pursue an exciting career in IT, with a specialism in business intelligence. There are nine IT labs in the School of Computing, and this is where you will put your skills into practice.
Find out more: MSc Information Technology with Business Intelligence
MSc Information Technology with Cyber Security
Whether or not you are a computing graduate, this course teaches the core computing and cyber security knowledge and skills needed to work within a technical IT environment. The School of Computing has its own Cyber Security Lab – a dedicated space for networking, equipped with specialised kit.
Find out more: MSc Information Technology with Cyber Security
| Year | Location | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Week Pre-Master | ICRGU | 1 semester | ICRGU Fees |
| RGU MSc Degree | Robert Gordon University | 3 semester | RGU Fees |
Course Details
Modules
This course information relates to students progressing to:
– School of Computing, Engineering and Technology
– Aberdeen Business School
– School of Law and Social Sciences
– Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment
– School of Health
– School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health
Modules10 week Pre-Masters
Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study
To develop a range of academic and communicative skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level. To develop a range of transferable communicative skills (written and oral) to prepare students for professional life. To develop independent learning and encourage students to take responsibility for their personal, academic and professional development
Mode of delivery
Lectures and tutorials
Contact hours (per semester/modules)
Contact hours: 100
Self-directed study hours: 50
How will I be assessed?
Coursework: written assignment (50%); Coursework: Oral Presentation in defense of a research project (50%) Minimum overall pass mark of 40% (Grade D*) across all assessment events and a minimum of 35% in assessments.
Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study
To develop a range of critical thinking skills necessary for successful study at postgraduate level
Mode of delivery
Lectures and tutorials
Contact hours (per semester/module)
Contact hours: 40
Self-directed study hours: 70
How will I be assessed?
Coursework, evaluation of arguments exercise (10%), critical evaluation of a text (20%) final examination (70%). This module carries a standard minimum progression requirement: grade D / pass mark 40%.
Foundations of Research Practice
The Module aims to introduce students to the principles and practices of academic research. The module will enable students develop practical introductory understanding of key research concepts which include research philosophies, how to develop research questions, conduct literature reviews, and select suitable research designs.
Mode of delivery
Lectures and tutorials
Contact hours (per semester/module)
Contact hours: 40
Self-directed study hours: 100
How will I be assessed?
Poster Presentation (30%); Research Proposal (70%). This module carries a standard minimum progression requirement: grade D / pass mark 40%
Accreditations
RGU’s Computing degrees are accredited by the following professional bodies:
- The British Computer Society – the Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional
- The National Cyber Security Centre – part of the UK Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ)
Campus Facilities
Robert Gordon University’s beautiful riverside campus provides the perfect learning environment. Take a tour of our industry-standard facilities and find out what we have to offer.
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