MSc Information Technology

The MSc Information Technology is designed for non-computing graduates - it introduces data science, web and mobile development, cyber security and e-learning across taught modules and pathway options.

Program overview

This flexible two-year, part-time programme provides a structured retraining route into the IT sector - suitable for graduates seeking technical skills and role-specific specialisation.

Awarding university & recognition

Awarded by the University of Westminster UK - Recognized By UGC.

Duration & study mode

The programme is delivered over 2 years on a part-time basis - the schedule is designed to balance study with professional or personal commitments.

Entry requirements

A minimum 2:2 honours degree is required - applicants are expected to demonstrate academic aptitude, preferably via prior study in English.

Course modules - core

• Object Oriented Programming
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Software Development Environments
• Data Repositories Principles and Tools
• Advanced Software Design
• Software Development Project

Optional modules - pathways

• Web & Mobile Pathway - Web Application Development; Mobile Application Development
• Cyber Security Pathway - Cyber Security Threats and Countermeasures; Network Security
• Data Science Pathway - Data Visualisation and Dashboarding; Big Data Theory and Practice; Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence
• E-Learning Pathway - E-Learning Concepts & Applications

Pathway focus

Optional pathways enable targeted study - choose web and mobile development, cyber security, data science or e-learning to align learning outcomes with career goals.

Teaching and assessment

Modules are taught through lectures, tutorials, workshops and seminars - assessment uses ICTs, practical coursework and examinations to measure applied and theoretical competence.

Project and practical work

The Software Development Project consolidates learning - students apply tools and methodologies from core modules to a sustained practical development task.

Associated careers

• Mobile application programmer
• Software developer
• Software designer
• Software engineer
• Developer
• Programmer
• Data scientist
• Big Data engineer
• Business analyst
• IT executive
• IT manager
• Performance engineer
• Technical analyst
• Technical consultant
• Lecturer / ICT educator / ICT trainer
• Web application programmer
• Cyber security consultant
• IT project analyst

Who this programme suits

Ideal for graduates from non-computing backgrounds seeking a pathway into the global IT industry - the course builds foundational programming, systems and data skills alongside specialised pathway expertise.

Skills developed

Students gain practical programming and algorithmic reasoning skills - these are reinforced through laboratory work and software development tasks across core modules.

Data and analytics capability

Modules in data repositories, warehousing and visualisation build data handling and dashboarding abilities - useful for roles in data science and business intelligence.

Security and systems awareness

Pathway modules introduce cyber security principles and network concepts - equipping students with foundational knowledge to assess threats and design countermeasures.

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