This course will be of particular relevance to graduates who have a first degree in computer science and now wish to extend their capability. We are committed to the advancement of computer science and its related fields. Research in the faculty includes pervasive computing, distributed computing and applications; innovative applications for interactive worlds serious games and virtual worlds. Our research activities are strengthened by collaborations both within the University and externally with prestigious institutions such as the Serious Games Institute. These links provide a close interface between high-level applied academic research and leading edge technology companies in the fields associated with computing. The course is accredited by the British Computer Society. The programme is delivered by a specialist team of academics, and the research in the Faculty is recognised as world-leading (RAE 2008). Students can exit at Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma level. Careers open to you upon completion of this masters degree include: Software architect; Software consultant; Software designer; and Systems analyst.