University of Essex Online · Part-time
Computer Science
As the world becomes increasingly dependent on technology, computing becomes more attractive to those looking to change careers to a field where their skills will be in high demand. The online nature of this conversion course makes it easy to fit around your e…
Postgraduate1.5 yearsPart-time
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University of Essex Online · Computing
As the world becomes increasingly dependent on technology, computing becomes more attractive to those looking to change careers to a field where their skills will be in high demand. The online nature of this conversion course makes it easy to fit around your existing job, and the course covers both essential themes within computer science as well as more specialist topics such as: how to contextualise and develop information systems using object-oriented approaches in languages such as Python and SQL the underpinning concepts and skills of Software Engineering Project Management, including traditional and contemporary Software Development Life Cycle models computer networks, network security fundamentals and information security governance principles Throughout the course 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.
Getting in
As the university states it
We know that many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses! That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet our 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. Please note that we will consider your performance in the aptitude test as part of your overall application, so if you don’t pass the test you may still be accepted onto the course. Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within your two-week induction period of the course in order to continue your studies.
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