A two term programme designed to prepare international students for success in taught master's degrees in computing subjects at the University of Huddersfield. This course introduces students to information systems, hardware and networks, programming as well as research methods.

Study structure and modules

Core Modules

English and Skills for University Study (ESUS)
Over these three modules you will develop your English communication skills and learn a range of study skills, including: writing and reading strategies, presentation and seminar participation, organisation of time and materials, meeting deadlines and responding to feedback. When you have completed these modules you will be able to take notes and write essays in English, give presentations, answer follow-up questions and contribute to seminar discussions.

 

Route-specific modules

Research Methods
You will refine and further develop skills relating to research methods. You will focus on developing an understanding of the application, collection and limitation of a variety of techniques related to data and materials relevant to your specialist subject area.

Hardware and Networks
This course introduces you to computer networking, the Internet and Internet-related applications relevant to networking.

Programming 1
You will gain an understanding of the object oriented programming paradigm. Topics covered include classes and objects, encapsulation and information hiding, event-driven programming, programming graphical user interfaces and network programming in Java.

Quality Management in IT
The course examines the principles and techniques for designing quality into software and for measuring and monitoring quality in software. You will look at issues relating to management of the process of software development, and in particular on the use of standards and on techniques for software verification and validation.

Information Systems
You will be introduced to information systems and their main applications for both individual use and use in business, where they inform management decision–making and strategic thinking. Students are given the opportunity to apply the knowledge and understanding they gain through their studies in this module to a major practical assignment set during it.

Programming 2
You will learn about the important properties of some data structures and algorithms that are of fundamental importance to modern computer science and IT. You are presented with significant opportunities to develop new programming skills and practice these in order to be able to develop your own software solutions to straightforward problems.

 

Please take note of your English language level and plan acordingly if you need to take English for Pre-Master's (EPM) before the 2-term Pre-Master's. If you have any questions about this, please contact a Student Enrolment Adviser now.

Academic Entry requirements:
Recognised higher/advanced diploma in a related subject area; Recognised degree in related field.
Required English Language level:
IELTS 5.5: 2 terms
IELTS 4.5: 1-term EPM before Pre-Master's
IELTS 4.0: 2-term EPM before Pre-Master's
See entry requirements page for more information.

 

Please see the fees page for more information.

 

Please note:
Tuition fees excludes accommodation and other supplements.

Use the online application form »

Note that you will be required to submit copies of all relevant academic transcripts and certificates of English language qualifications.

You will join any one of the following postgraduate degree programmes:

 

• MSc Advanced Computer Science
• MSc Information Systems Management
• MSc Network Technology and Management