Master of Research [M.Res] [Computer Science] From Birkbeck, University of London

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Master of Research [M.Res] (Computer Science)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

$26,771 /Yr

£19,830 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$26771 (GBP 19830)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$24341 (GBP 18030)
2021$29766 (GBP 22049)
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By the time Students have completed this Computer Science programme at Birkbeck, University of London, students will have gained an in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of your chosen area of study, which students will be able to use in problem analysis, evaluation and application of technologies, and research into new technologies.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • This course will give students the research knowledge and skills they need to continue on to MPhil/PhD research.
  • Students will have the opportunity to undertake their research within an ongoing research project in the Department.
  • The Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at Birkbeck is one of the longest-established computing departments in the UK, having celebrated our 60th anniversary. Students provide a stimulating teaching and research environment for both part-time and full-time students.
  • The Birkbeck Knowledge Lab draws on multi- and interdisciplinary perspectives and methodologies from across the sciences, social sciences and arts, to investigate how digital technologies and digital information are transforming our culture and how we learn and work.
  • Students will have 24-hour access to several laboratories of networked PCs with a range of language compilers, database and other application software. College are connected, via the SuperJANET network, to the computers of other academic institutions in London, elsewhere in the UK and abroad.
  • In the Research Excellence Framework (REF), more than 75% of our research outputs in Computer Science were ranked world-leading or internationally excellent.


Scores Required

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

62 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

Graduation GPA


Required Document List

The following required documents are:

  • Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
  • Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores and Successful applicants typically provide a score in the 50th percentile.
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.

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Career and Placement after Course

Careers and Employability

Graduates go on to careers in software engineering, information systems management, consultancy, or research. Possible professions include database administrator, IT consultant, or systems developer. This degree can also be useful in becoming a systems analyst, information systems manager, IT sales professional, or technical author.

followings are the career opportunities:

Career Opportunities After M. Sc. Computer Science

  • Business Manager Development
  • Software Quality Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Software Validation Engineer
  • Software Test Engineer
  • Software Configuration Manager


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