Computer Science University of Portsmouth

Overview

As you learn to analyse and implement complex computer systems, you'll explore the ways your technical skills and knowledge of theory can align with future trends. The Computer Science course from University of Portsmouth will prepare you for senior roles in industries including software, commerce, medicine or finance, or you could go into further computing research in universities or business. You'll study with academic staff who are undertaking funded research in their fields of expertise, and can contribute to their projects through your work. You'll also have access to a network of professional computer scientists through their industry contacts, and your fellow students. 

Key facts

• When you graduate, you'll bring a critical understanding of current developments to your chosen industry, ready to progress or enter your computer science career. In a market seeking professionals with advanced technical expertise, you'll be set to steer a path through future developments, and to shape those

• Use modern, industry-standard equipment and software in our computing and networking laboratories

• Access a private cloud infrastructure

• Prepare for technical and managerial roles in multiple industries

• Cover a range of computer science topics, without compromising on in-depth understanding

• Explore the latest innovations within the field, through research-informed lectures and dissertations aligned to current funded research projects.

Career opportunities

Careers this Master’s prepares you forWith a predicted growth of over 5.5% in computing vacancies over the next 8 years, computer science is a career pathway that can see you working in a key role to solve problems and advance technology for businesses.This Master's will see you showcase skills in databases, programming languages and software development in an industry looking for the professional knowledge you'll work on over your year of study.