The 100% online MSc Computer Science from the University of Sunderland has been designed for ambitious individuals who aren’t from a computer science background and who want to launch a new career in computer science or want to incorporate computer science expertise and knowledge into their current field as a means of accelerating their career progression. This online Computer Masters is also open to professionals who work in computer science roles and want to gain an academic qualification to enhance their credentials and career prospects. Studying the course, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to effectively specify, design, implement and support IT systems in the real world.
A key reason for choosing to study a computer science Masters at the University of Sunderland is the nationally recognised excellence in teaching and research in computer science. Research by the Department of Computer Science was described as ‘internationally excellent’ in the latest Teaching Excellence framework.
At an institutional level, we have been ranked internationally as a leading university, receiving five stars for teaching, inclusiveness, employability and facilities in the QS World University Rankings 2023, the highest rating that can be awarded to a university. A special recognition of our practical focus on developing the skills that enable career progression for our students all over the world.
If you have work or family commitments, this course can be the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Because of its flexible design, it can be studied at any time, with the learning material accessed on demand, at times that are convenient for you.
If you opt to study part-time, you can complete the programme within 24 months, continue working and earn whilst you learn, avoiding a study break. If you opt to study full-time, you can complete the programme within 12 months and start progressing towards your career goals sooner.
Importantly, this allows you to continue working and earn whilst you learn, avoiding making potentially costly sacrifices such as taking a study break.
Once enrolled, you will join a community of peers in an interactive online learning environment that features discussion boards, forums and group learning activities.
There is a high percentage of international students at University of Sunderland, and we have students studying via distance learning around the world. Sunderland is also one of the UK’s leading widening participation Universities and was awarded The Times/Sunday Times University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2021. We were also shortlisted as University of the Year by the THE – Times Higher Education.
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