Computer Science, Short Course | Part time online | University of Essex Online | United Kingdom
16 months
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6525 GBP/year
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About

The Computer Science PG Dip course from University of Essex Online makes it easy to fit around your existing job, and the course covers both essential themes within computer science.

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Overview

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

Why this course is great

  • There’s no need to download lots of different software packages – all programming languages are included within the tuition fee and all work is carried out in an online development environment.
  • This conversion course will enable you to access the broad range of computer science vacancies, even if you don’t have a computing background.
  • Receive your degree from the University of Essex, a top 40 UK university (Complete University Guide 2023)

Career opportunities:

There’s a global shortage of computer science professionals, which drives a huge demand for computing graduates. This course is designed to help you enter the computing field – and after completing your studies, you’ll be prepared to become a software developer, software engineer, web developer, requirements analyst, network analyst, information systems administrator or project manager.

Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees and a BCS-accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Launching into Computer Science 
  • Object Oriented Programming 
  • Secure Software Development (Computer Science)
  • Network Security
  • Information Security Management
  • Software Engineering Project Management 
  • Research Methods and Professional Practice

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 16 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 your application in advance of your chosen intake.

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

Other requirements

General requirements

The university offers two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet the English language requirements.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to take a short aptitude test which is designed to test your ability to handle the intellectual and practical demands of the course.

  • In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for the PG Dip 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 the PG Dip Computer Science, you must have at least three years’ relevant work experience.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    6525 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 8700 GBP for the full programme during 16 months.
  • National

    6240 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 8320 GBP for the full programme during 16 months.

Funding

Regional scholarship available for international students based overseas in eligible countries.

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