Welcome to the Open Day - School of Computer Science MSc Computer Science (online)

1. Welcome to the Open Day - School of Computer Science • MSc Computer Science (online) • MSc Distributed Systems and Networks (online) • MSc E-Learning Technology (online) • MSc Software Engineering (online) go.herts.ac.uk/online

2. Your presenters today Mariette Berkhout Head of Online SoCS Wei Ji Admissions Tutor Maria Schilstra MSc Programme Tutor

3. About today Programme UH and School of Computer Science What to expect when you study online MSc Programmes of study Assessment and Support Entry requirements and Fees Questions

4. About University of Hertfordshire Located in Hatfield More than 2,650 staff Turnover of £ 233 million 27,200 students 2,800 international students from 85 countries Ranked ‘Top New University’ (Complete University Guide 2010) Included in ‘Top 350 World Universities’ (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011/12)

5. School of Computer Science One of the first in the world to offer Computer Science degrees (since 1965) Longstanding reputation Industry relevant courses Internationally-recognised research Considerable amount of expertise in developing and running Online Courses BSc since 2004; MSc since 2007 More than 1,200 graduates to date Currently 650 students from 64 countries

6. What to expect when you study Online Learning Resources available through Studynet Modules with fixed start and end dates Fixed dates for assignment submission and other assessments Other than that you can fit study around work and family Commitment: Full-time study: 20 – 30 hrs / week Part-time study: 10 – 15 hrs /week

7. Learning Resources Module Portal • Module Information • Module News • Teaching Resources • Discussion forums • Module Blog / Wiki • Assignments Section Additionally access to • UH Library with e-books, e-journals • Online databases (e.g. IEEE, ACM)

8. Studynet

12. MSc - Programme of Study Computer Science Focus on software implementation and object-oriented programming Distributed Systems and Networks Focus on computer networking, distributed systems and security E-Learning Technology Focus on e-learning design and development Software Engineering Focus on models, methodologies, measures and tools that can be employed in the software engineering process

13. MSc - Programme of Study When you graduate you will have: • the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to take your place in the thriving computing industry, • a solid foundation for a wide range of other careers or further study Careers include: Programmer, software developer, business analyst, software engineer, webmaster, database administrator, network designer, technical consultant.

14. MSc Computer ScienceStudy at Level 7

15. MSc MSc Distributed Systems and NetworksStudy at Level 7

16. MSc MSc e-Learning TechnologyStudy at Level 7

17. MSc MSc Software EngineeringStudy at Level 7

18. Postgraduate courses for non-computer science graduates Haven't studied Computer Science at undergraduate (bachelor's) level? You can still study a Master's degree in Computer Science or eLearning Technology with these study routes for non-computer science graduates: Computer Science Online Degree – MSc, PgD, PgC e-Learning Technology Online Degree – MSc, PgD, PgC Rewarding careers: Programmer, software developer, business analyst, software engineer, webmaster, database administrator, network designer, technical consultant.

19. Assessment Range of assessment methods, including: • Essays • Practical work • Online tests of fixed duration • Group work • Vivas (oral assessment)

20. Support Programme level • Programme Tutor • Induction Programme • Student Handbook • UH Disability Advisor Module level • Module tutors • Project supervisor • Peer support (through forums) • Learning Resources (Studynet) • e-Books & downloadable software UH Online • Administrators • Educational Technologists

21. Modes of study Study at level 7: part time (up to 90 credits per year) or full time (180 credits per year) PT: complete in 2 – 3.5 years FT: complete in 1 – 1.5 years

22. What you will be working towards…Graduation Your Certificate: MSc Computer Science MSc Distributed Systems & Networks MSc E-Learning Technology MSc Software Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire Graduation: Attend at the Weston Auditorium, University of Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, UK

23. Fees Currently: £500 per 15 credits Total programme, currently: £6,000 Pay fees by semester, in advance - typically £1,000 - £2,000 per semester

24. Fees – what is included Tuition, project supervision and all the assessments  Online learning resources, available through StudyNet - the University’s managed learning environment  Books / eBooks and software

25. Entry Requirements Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate sufficient competence in English to benefit from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated by an overall IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. Computer Science graduates A recent 2:2 honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent (e.g. honours degree from the UK) or equivalent. Non Computer Science graduates A recent, good bachelors degree (e.g. honours degree from the UK) or equivalent

26. How to Apply Visit: http://go.herts.ac.uk/online Submit Application Form, plus photocopies of • Exam certificates and transcripts • Photo page of passport • References Apply by: 18th November 2013 for a January 2014 start Please allow two weeks for a response to your application

27. Your questions

28. The next steps… • Visit: http://go.herts.ac.uk/online • Complete an application form, gather supporting documents and references • Submit to ApplyUHOnline@herts.ac.uk Best of Luck! facebook.com/HelloUHOnline facebook.com/UHOnlineCS