Computer Science, Short Course | Part time online | University of Essex Online | United Kingdom
8 months
Duration
4143 GBP/full
4056 GBP/full
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About

This Computer Science PG Cert course from University of Essex Online will allow you to break into sought-after jobs within this field.

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Overview

The Computer Science PG Cert course from University of Essex Online allows you to develop your technical skills while keeping up with your work and family commitments. You will explore key topics such as:

  • fundamental theories and principles of computing and key trends in the field
  • how to contextualise and develop information systems using object-oriented approaches in languages such as Python and SQL
  • computer networks, network security fundamentals and information security governance principles

Throughout the Computer Science course from University of Essex Online, you will develop a number of programs and applications, and the technical skills you will gain will be an asset in whichever area of computer science you go on to work in. At the end of your course, there will be the opportunity to progress onto a PG Dip or the full Masters.

Career opportunities:

There is a global shortage of computer science professionals, and therefore a huge level of demand for computing graduates. This course is designed to help you switch careers to this technical field, and after completing your studies you will be prepared to succeed in roles such as Entry Level Software Developer or Programmer, Web Developer or Programmer, and Information System Administrator.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Launching into Computer Science 
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Secure Software Development (Computer Science)

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

The deadline for completing applications is a week before the start date, but we recommend preparing and submitting in advance of your chosen intake.

Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

Other requirements

General requirements

  • In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Cert Computer Science, as a minimum you must have an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification.
  • In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our PG Cert Computer Science, you must have at least three years’ relevant work experience.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    4143 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 4143 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
  • National

    4056 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 4056 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.

Funding

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