Computing (Internet Technology and Security)
Saint Mary's College of CaliforniaProgram Overview
The Computing (Internet Technology and Security) at The University of Northampton is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computing (Internet Technology and Security) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Northampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computing (Internet Technology and Security) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- DatabasesEvaluates the design and use of a range of databases but concentrates on the most common, the relational database. This module emphasises the importance of effective design using appropriate data modelling techniques as well as evaluating appropriate employment of databases.
- DissertationProvides you with the opportunity to learn appropriate research techniques in order to carry out independent, relevant and in depth research in a topic of specific interest.
- Internet ProgrammingFocuses on creating client and server software as well as web applications. You will learn how different technologies can be used to allow such software to be designed, implemented and deployed.
- Internet SecurityProvides you with the necessary theoretical and practical understanding of the technology available to manage and implement secure computer applications in an internet environment.
- Modern Computer ArchitectureFocuses on the structure and behaviour of the various functional modules of computers, how they interact to provide the processing needs of the user as well as how to optimise systems.
- Visual Object SoftwareDevelops your ability to create object-based solutions to software problems within a contemporary integrated development environment.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants will normally hold a recognised first or second class honours degree from a UK university or international equivalent in a relevant subject. It is assumed that students will have a working knowledge of computers and networks and it is essential that they have practical hands-on experience of at least one programming language. Those who do not have English as their first language will need to demonstrate that they meet the minimum English language requirement of IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Northampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, United States
Saint Mary's College of Californiais aprivateCatholic college inMoraga, California, United States. Established in 1863, it is administered by theDe La Salle Brothers. The college offers...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
