The Computer Science with Placement Year, MSc at the University of Greenwich is designed for ambitious graduates who want to master the complexities of modern software engineering, cloud computing, and enterprise-level system development. By focusing on critical areas such as cyber security, data warehousing, and applied machine learning, this postgraduate programme prepares you to address the technical challenges facing today’s digital industries. You will explore advanced programming methodologies and software quality management, ensuring you possess the rigorous academic foundation and practical expertise required to thrive in a competitive, technology-driven global marketplace.
Studied full-time on campus over two years, this course integrates intensive academic study with a dedicated industrial placement year to bridge the gap between theory and practice. You will engage with core modules like enterprise software development and cloud virtualisation, while tailoring your learning through options in network architecture or penetration testing. Your experience culminates in a substantial MSc project, where you will apply your research skills to a real-world technical brief. You will graduate with the professional experience and advanced technical proficiency necessary to pursue high-level careers in software development, systems administration, and security architecture.