Why study for a Masters at Leicester
We offer a rich portfolio of advanced courses and a flexible degree structure that will allow you to choose a programme of studies that matches an area in which you want to specialise, a profile suitable for the career that you wish to pursue, or simply your curiosity and interests. Our courses allow you to develop into a highly skilled professional, well versed in advanced methods and tools.
MSc student Kripa talks about his internship
Specialist Programmes in Software Engineering
We offer three profiles that will equip you for some of the high-profile careers in the IT sector. These are:
- MSc in Agile Software Engineering Techniques
- MSc in Software Engineering for Financial Services
- MSc in Web Applications and Services
A fourth profile in the area of Software Engineering is offered by Geography in collaboration with us. The Msc in Geospatial Intelligence equips you with skills for developing software for geographical systems:
Advanced Area-Thematic Programmes
We offer profiles in three different areas that are key for many sectors of the economy:
- MSc in Advanced Computational Methods
- MSc in Advanced Distributed Systems
- MSc in Advanced Software Engineering
Your own profile
We offer a programme in MSc in Advanced Computer Science through which you can supplement your education in a specific set of advanced topics and cutting-edge technologies of your choice, be it because you need them for your professional life, or to pursue your studies further to a PhD on a specific theme.
MSc Programmes with Industry
In order to further increase your employability and international experience we are now offering a two-year “with-industry” variant of all our Masters courses.
Important information
- All programmes share the same structure and regulations, see course structure for more details (Software Engineering for Financial Services and Geospatial Intelligence are slightly different).
- Admissions are in September and January, for more information see timetable and progression. January entry is not possible for the Geospatial Intelligence programme).
- Entry requirements and how to apply
- Funding opportunities
- Induction weeks
- Transfers between programmes are possible up to two weeks after registration, and at any time if you wish to transfer to Advanced Computer Science.
Request a prospectus or contact us for additional information.
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