MSc IT Professional

Attendance

Full-time, Part-time

Full time – 12 to 18 months

Part time – minimum three years, maximum six years by distance learning

Starts September, November, January and May

At a glance

About this course

This course introduces you to the latest theories and skills to help you design and develop IT systems, processes and technologies. It gives you an insight into how to use modern approaches to IT, software and systems’ development to address the needs of organisations.

This course focuses on
• the theory and skills you need to design and set up IT systems, processes and technologies
• giving you the practical experience and theoretical knowledge of the tools and techniques
• modern approaches to software and systems development
• applying advanced IT systems and technical skills
• developing your academic, professional and communication skills to improve your career opportunities

We support your independent learning through
• our academic team
• access to the latest learning materials via the learning centre
• online conferencing

You will use our virtual learning environment, Blackboard, to widen your experience and access extra course materials, self-tests and support.

Finally, you develop your academic, professional and communication skills, which increase your employment and career opportunities in the IT industry.

Associated careers

This broad-based course allows you to develop a wide range of IT skills. These enable you to gain employment in the IT industry in roles such as • technical IT manager • technical advisor • IT consultant.

Course content

Technical modules

Include • web application design and modelling • logical database development • databases and the web • web services • dissertation

IT professional modules
• study skills • industrial expertise • research principles

These improve your interpersonal skills, critical thinking and reflection to help you become a stronger IT professional.

Assessment

• coursework • projects • presentations

Entry requirements

Normally you need
• a good honours degree, typically 2.2 or above, from a UK university or equivalent from overseas university

Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level.

Fees

Home and EU students

2013/14 academic year

Typically £4,590 for the course
Part-time study should be calculated pro rata.

International students

2013/14 academic year

Typically £10,980 for the course

2014/15 academic year

Typically £11,250 for the course

How to apply

Complete the application form available at www.shu.ac.uk/study/form

Contact details

For further information please contact the Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences, Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Sheffield S1 1WB. Phone +44 (0)114 225 6777 or email aces-helpdesk@shu.ac.uk