School of Informatics

MSc in Information Systems
Career benefits

You will acquire both a broad and a deep understanding of the principles and practice of information, systems and technology (the three streams of the programme) in their application to human activity systems. You will take a core module in each stream which will consolidate and deepen your existing knowledge in any of these areas, as well as provide a springboard to the options. Other core modules embrace databases, and professional, research, evaluation and communication skills.

The electives provide in-depth knowledge and skills which focus on the systems and technology streams, so that students have some flexibility in choosing areas of specialization and tailoring the programme to their specific interests.

The programme offers part-time students working in information systems areas the opportunity to consolidate and expand their knowledge and skills, combining their work and academic experiences in a mutually supportive way.

Full-time students may be seeking a career in this field or to enhance their existing prospects; the core modules and the choice of electives should enable them to tailor the programme to their individual needs.

Information systems are vital to all organizations of all sizes and in all economic sectors. There are a wide range of career opportunities, focusing on each of the three streams - information, systems or technology - where the breadth of approach and understanding of the interplay between them are vital for their effective implementation in organizations of all types.