Programme Specification for 2012/13

MSc By Research

The aim of this programme is to provide technology-based graduates with the opportunity to develop an area of technological expertise through a major research project leading to a master's degree qualification.

It also gives students understanding and skills in the methodology of research and the experience of a critical investigation of an approved topic at a high level.

Typical content
The following is an indication of current programme content. However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, are likely to change in future years. Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available.
For details of timetabling and study patterns, see the timetables page. All courses are 15 credits unless otherwise stated.

Students study 60 credits of taught courses and undertake a 120-credit project. The taught courses are chosen from the school's broad portfolio and should be appropriate to the student's project area. They must include a course on research methodology as the basis for their project. The project itself is one of the student's free choices, within the constraints imposed by their education, training, experience and research supervisor. It is designed to be very practical, to be given more time than is traditionally allowed and to emphasise the work-based aspects of the subject matter.

Specifics

Entry requirements
A good first degree or equivalent in mathematics, computing or engineering. Candidates with relevant learning and experience at the appropriate level may wish to offer themselves for Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
See the School entry requirements for more details.

Career opportunities
This MSc provides the student with significant skills in the undertaking of a substantial independent piece of research and will enable successful graduates to extend their research skills at a higher level in industry or academia.

Links
Further details about project topics, funding and the PhD/Mphil programmes are available in the research degrees section.

Location
This master's programme is based in the School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Greenwich Campus, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS.

Study mode
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
September or January start

JACS code
MSc By Research - G900