Computing Science (msc) in University College Cork, Ireland
Computing Science (msc) in University College Cork
This MSc programme will provide you with the skills required to understand the entrepreneurship and innovation required for the software industry. Many national and multinational companies employ computer science graduates in areas such as software development and engineering, artificial intelligence, systems and networks, database and systems security as well as mobile multimedia, modelling, research and development. You will also get the chance to demonstrate the skills you have learned by completing a substantial research and development project.
Why Choose This Course
The aim of the course is to provide you with the skills required to understand the entrepreneurship and innovation required in the software industry. Check out our blog to find out what our graduates have to say about the course at: http://csblog.ucc.ie.
Skills and Careers Information
Companies actively recruiting Computer Science graduates in 2017-18 include:
Accenture, Aer Lingus, Amazon, Apple, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Bank of Ireland, BT, Cisco, CiTi-Technology, Cloudreach, Dell, Digital Turbine Asia Pacific, Dell EMC, Enterprise Ireland, Ericsson, First Derivatives, Guidewire, IBM, Intel, Open Text, Paddy Power, Pilz, PWC, SAP Galway Transverse Technologies, Trend Micro, Uniwink, Version 1 (Software), VMware.
Starting Salaries
Many employment agencies report on typical salaries for different sectors; an example of those reported for careers in computer science are as follows:
- software engineer: €40,000 – €50,000
- senior software engineer/developer/programmer: €70,000 – €80,000
- mid-level python developer: €45,000 – €60,000
These figures are indicative only. Salaries are in general higher than many other industries. The following link provides details of the Brightwater Salary Survey 2018.
Placement or Study Abroad Information
You are required to complete a research and development project as part of the course. This project can be industry-led or based giving you an ideal opportunity to apply your knowledge to a real-life industrial problem.
Duration :
Intake
September
Level
Postgraduate
Tuition & fees
€ 18,000 Per Year
IELTS
6.5
TOFL
90
PTE
63