Course Overview
The postgraduate computing programmes at Sheffield Hallam University are designed to equip you with advanced technical and professional skills required in the digital and IT industry.
Key Features
✔ Focus on industry‑relevant skills such as software development, data analytics, cyber security, cloud computing, networks and IT management.
✔ Courses combine theory with practical applications and often include real‑world projects.
✔ Work placement routes (where available) help you gain professional experience.
✔ Teaching at City Campus in Sheffield with modern computing labs, software and facilities.
Typical Courses & Focus Areas
MSc Computing – Builds core skills in programming, software development, databases and data management plus advanced research and project work.
MSc Cyber Security – Focuses on defending systems, threat analysis, ethical hacking and security frameworks.
MSc Big Data Analytics / Data Science & AI – Teaches data processing, analytics, machine learning and AI applications.
MSc Information Technology Management – Combines tech leadership with digital transformation and enterprise systems knowledge.
MSc Computing with Cloud Technologies – Blends computing fundamentals with cloud architecture and skills.
These courses are suitable for both students with backgrounds in computing (for specialised fields like cyber security or data analytics) and also for graduates from other disciplines who want to transition into computing (especially MSc Computing or cloud technology pathways).
Entry Requirements
🎓 Academic Requirements:
• A recognised Bachelor’s degree (usually at least a second‑class honours or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
• Some courses (e.g., Data Science and AI) expect programming background or relevant experience.
🗣 English Language Proficiency:
• IELTS Academic: Usually 6.0 overall with minimum 5.5 in each component (or equivalent accepted test scores) for most MSc courses.
• Other accepted English qualifications include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo, etc. (check specific course details on university site).
📄 Additional Documents:
• Academic transcripts & degree certificate
• Passport copy
• English language test results (IELTS/other accepted)
• Personal statement
• CV (especially for work experience routes)
Fees & Funding
Tuition Fee
• £18,600 per year for international postgraduate Computing & Digital Technologies MSc courses (2026/27)
🎗 Scholarships & Support
• Sheffield Hallam offers international scholarships (varies by year) to reduce tuition.
• Alumni and merit‑based awards may be available.
• Part‑time work (UK visa rules usually allow up to 20 hrs/week) can help with living costs.
🎯 Career Opportunities
Graduates from these postgraduate computing courses can pursue roles like:
• Software Developer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Data Scientist / Big Data Specialist
• IT Manager or Project Coordinator
• Cloud Solutions Specialist
• Network Administrator
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