University
University of CanterburyProfessional Master of Computer Science
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Professional Master of Computer Science (PMCS) offers practical learning in the rapidly advancing area of computer technologies in need of skilled graduates.
This one-year master’s degree focuses on applied learning to independently design, implement, and maintain open-ended computing projects using the latest programming theories and software.
UC’s programme will prepare you for professional industry practice, or high-level research in computing theory.
Why study a Professional Master of Computer Science at UC?- The PMCS degree includes a significant amount of hands-on work, including an advanced project in computing that will provide highly relevant workplace experience.
- Flexible learning opportunities will allow you to take courses in subject areas outside of computer science to broaden your career options – for example in health technologies, business systems, statistical analysis, etc.
- UC is acknowledged as a leader in Computer Science education in Aotearoa New Zealand. It is the home of the award-winning Computer Science Unplugged project, and the internationally recognised Intelligent Computer Tutoring group. Several members of staff have awards for their work as computer science educators.
- UC is highly engaged with the local industry, being located in Waitaha Canterbury – the 'Silicon Plains' of Aotearoa, where there are dozens of large, hi-tech companies employing UC graduates. Further afield, our graduates are in demand overseas and many come up with an idea for a product while studying, going on to become business owners and employers themselves.
- COSC469 Research Methods in Computer Science and Software Engineering
- COSC680 Computer Science Professional Project
- No more than 15 points from DATA420, DATA423-425, DATA430-439
- INFO621 Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Business
- INFO634 Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
- Computer Science 400-level courses (except for COSC470, COSC475, COSC476, COSC480, COSC486)
- Software Engineering 400-level courses (except for SENG402)
Entry criteria
To enrol in the Professional Master of Computer Science, you will need to have completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with a background in a computer sciences subject (eg, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering), with either a B Grade Point Average in your 300-level courses or experience working in the field.
If you are an international student and need help meeting these requirements, study UC's Pre-Master's Two Semester programme to gain entry into this degree.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Professional Master of Computer Science or use the admission requirements checker.
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