Study Computer Science (Conversion) MSc

Course Highlights

There is an increasing need for practitioners with an interdisciplinary skill set that includes computer science. This course provides students with first degrees in another subject the opportunity to develop an interdisciplinary profile in order to meet this need. The course should also be of use to those who have worked in the field whilst holding degrees from other backgrounds.

The field of computer science has produced some of the most significant advances in technology over the last three decades and radically transformed business and industry practices on a global scale. It has applications in almost every area of study.

The course focuses on the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences' strengths, providing a cutting-edge curriculum in medical graphics, cybersecurity, robotics and AI, in addition to foundational computer science topics, such as software and web development. The course is delivered over three terms and is intended to assist students from diverse academic backgrounds in becoming computer scientists.

There is also a monthly seminar programme in which leading experts present recent findings and introduce contemporary developments in the above and other areas.

Course Modules

Research Methods

Core - 20 Credits

Software Development Techniques

Core - 20 Credits

Software Studio

Core - 20 Credits

User-Centred Design and User Experience

Core - 20 Credits

Databases and Security

Core - 20 Credits

Robotics

Option - 20 Credits

Programming for AI/Machine Learning

Option - 20 Credits

Digital Forensics and Penetration Testing

Option - 20 Credits

Bio-Inspired Computing

Option - 20 Credits

Research Project

Option - Year 1

Learning Structure

Teaching

• You will be taught using a mixture of lectures, workshops, seminars and case studies.
• Contact hours will be roughly eight to nine hours per week (full time) from October to April, with a lower commitment of around three hours from April onwards.
• The university provides significant student support in the form of drop-in sessions with all module tutors. Additional support and formative feedback are provided for key modules in the early terms to facilitate a smooth transition into a new area of study. You may be advised regarding dissertation topics as the course progresses.

Assessment

• Assessment takes place using roughly 30% exams and 70% coursework, although the precise ratio depends on module choices.

Entry Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor's degree in a discipline other than computer science with CGPA 2.75 or 60% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.

  CGPA 2.50 is acceptable of the following universities:

  1. North South University (NSU)
  2. BRAC University
  3. Independent University Bangladesh (IUB)
  4. American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
  5. Asian University for Women (AUW)
  6. Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
• A 2:2 honours degree or above in a discipline other than computer science.

English Language Requirements

IELTS Academic

Overall 6.5

With minimum 5.5 in each components

TOEFL iBT

Overall 91

Minimum in Listening: 19, Reading: 20, Speaking: 21, Writing: 20

PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic

Overall 65

With minimum 59 in each components

LanguageCert Academic

Overall 70

With minimum 60 in each bands

OIETC (Oxford International English Test Centre)

Overall C1 / 7

With minimum B2 / 5 in each bands

Study Gaps

Applicants with 10 years or longer gaps in study are required to provide evidence demonstrating activities during this period and why returning to education is beneficial to their career.