Why Computing at UWS?
UWS is one of the leading players in computing and modern IT-driven business systems.
Our postgraduate computing courses are developed in line with industry needs. We teach tomorrow’s technologies today. The practical experience you’ll gain on our computing programmes will help you level up your skillset to launch your career in this exciting industry.
We have extensive expertise in research and development, leading in next generation immersive technologies, systems development and smart autonomous systems. We work in collaboration with universities, international companies and smaller local businesses.
UWS Computing programmes
UWS postgraduate degrees offer practical experience and most are recognised by professional bodies. Our postgraduate computing-related degree courses include:
Cutting-edge facilities
We offer access to high-quality computing and state-of-the-art software systems as well as tried and tested in-demand technologies such as Oracle, CIW, Adobe, CISCO, SAP and Microsoft.
“For anyone thinking about studying at UWS I would say grasp the opportunity with both hands. If you’re seeking knowledge, excellent learning opportunities, as well as all but being guaranteed to excel after university then UWS is place for you.”
MSc Information Technology graduate, Chloe Whitfield.
Take your career to the next level
Postgraduate students work at the forefront of their academic subject areas. They contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their chosen field.
We work with international businesses, regional enterprises, local and international education partners to ensure that our postgraduate computing courses drive innovation.
We also ensure they support the future needs of society, industry and government. This focus increases employability and career prospects.
Industrial collaboration
UWS has links with over 70 companies for input to our industrial advisory board. They provide project and employment opportunities for our students.
We have partnerships with IBM, Qualcomm, NASA, CERN, Rolls Royce, QinetiQ, BAE Systems, NATS, Thales and many local and national SMEs.
We also work in close partnership with colleagues in universities across the world.
Research expertise
UWS have a proven track record in knowledge and technology transfer in applied research, training and consultancy. Recent research and industrial collaboration successes include:
- Playing an internationally leading role in 5G and 6G research and development in the areas of network monitoring, management, automation and intelligence. We led Phase-1 (SELFNET) and Phase-2 (SliceNet) of €15 million EU projects. We are currently involved in three 5G and 6G projects totalling €18 million
- Operating and leading the Scottish Centre for Enabling Technologies (SCET). This commercial unit carries out projects for major organisations that include the NHS
- Partnering with FIDO Tech, a company using artificial intelligence (AI) to save billions of litres of water, to further enhance its technology. FIDO Tech is helping communities affected by water shortages and restrictions around the world
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