Master of Science [M.Sc] [Information Systems] From Manchester Metropolitan University

TheÊInformation Systems course fromÊManchester Metropolitan UniversityÊis designed to enable a career change to Information Systems or update and broaden knowledge and skills if you are already working in the field.

A third of your MSc will consist of a solo Information Systems project with individual supervision normally in a non-technical area. This is supported by a series of seminars/workshops, but the emphasis is on student-centred learning and recognises expectations about student autonomy, typical of postgraduate level and also is part of the strategy to enhance your employability through the development of confidence, self-awareness and self-sufficiency. Switching between MSc Information Systems andÊMSc ComputingÊis possible as you specialise.

Features and benefits of the course

• The School has an extensive range of equipment in our own specialist laboratories which is supported by a dedicated team of technical staff.
• Research in the School was rated 'internationally excellent' with some rated 'world-leading' in the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
• Our online virtual learning platform Moodle, provides access to lectures, course materials and assessment information.
• Classes are concentrated on certain days of the week to facilitate part-time studentsÕ attendance and allow full-time students to undertake part-time employment if necessary.
• The School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technology is a member of the Oracle Academy.
• We are an academic partner of the Institute of Information Security Professionals (IISP). This partner status recognises our expertise in the field of information and cyber security.
• We are also an Academy of the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and deliver their partner programme which provides a pathway for students towards a rewarding, high-growth IT career.

Career options after the course

In keeping with the pace of change, and the wide variety of professional roles in the IT industry, most of our courses offer a breadth of study along with some specialisation depending on unit choice and final project. Our MSc graduates have successfully gained employment in IT and a wide range of industries, or have gone on to further study along the PhD route.

Careers support is available from the moment you join us, throughout your time here, and for up to three years after the completion of your course. We have a range of services available through the School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technology and the University Careers Service including dedicated careers and employability advisors.