For ICT professionals interested in exploring their research ideas further and adding high-level specialist skills to their qualifications, this Master’s programme ticks all the boxes.

The Master of Applied Technologies (Computing) gives you the skills to undertake systematic research and solve complex applied computing problems in a specialisation of your choice: data analytics and intelligence, cybersecurity and networking or software development. You could also take an interdisciplinary approach.

You may undertake a 90-credit applied research thesis based on a topic relevant to your experience and interest, or design and carry out an applied project by combining two courses – Applied Project (30 credits) and Applied Research Project (60 credits).

It’s a highly flexible programme tailored to your career and research goals, providing an accelerated path to a Master’s level qualification and enabling you to contribute high-quality, meaningful work to the computing industry.

What you’ll learn:
Analyse complex real-world problems using advanced technical and theoretical knowledge, then develop effective digital solutions that deliver the best results. This includes reflecting on your performance and what you and your team can do to improve.
Evaluate ever-changing and disruptive ICT environments with critical thinking and interdisciplinary strategies.
Critically analyse and develop your professional practice to promote open communication, inclusivity and ethical conduct.

IT adviser
Data analyst
Security analyst
Software engineer/programmer
Machine learning engineer
Data scientist
Artificial intelligence engineer
Business analyst
Network engineer
Cybersecurity engineer
Web developer
Project manager