School of Computing and Mathematics

Modern organisations require employees who understand the principles of Computer Science and Information Technology and who can apply these ideas to the development and management of Information Technology within a business.  The MSc in Internet and Web Technologies is part of a suite of postgraduate courses in the School of Computing and Mathematics which seeks to meet the information management needs of global business.  It is a twelve month programme starting in September, comprising of eight 15-credit taught modules (120 credits) plus a project or industrial placement (60 credits).

The MSc in Internet and Web Technologies aims to provide you with the theoretical, practical and professional capabilities needed in the global business environment. Graduates will be able to deploy not only the technical ability to engineer the Internet-based software which business now requires but also to effectively manage those systems.

MSc applicants are expected to hold at least a second-class honours degree (or overseas equivalent), or to have gained appropriate professional qualifications and work experience. If the applicant’s qualification is in a subject that does not include some aspect of programming, then the student is recommended to follow the computing stream of Keele University’s Pre-Masters course. Overseas applicants will also need to have an English Language qualification IELTS 6.5, or have a previous degree which has been taught and examined in English.

For overseas students who do not meet all direct entry requirements, we offer the opportunity to take an intensive Business or Computing Pre-Masters programme leading to the MSc.

Core Modules

Systems Analysis:  This module provides an understanding of the scope, nature and purpose of systems analysis with the context of the Unified Process and the appropriate techniques for requirements acquisition and formalisation.

Web Technologies:  This module provides the skills and knowledge to support the design, creation and maintenance of web-enabled enterprise systems.

Interface Design and Navigation:  This module introduces students to the contemporary interface layouts and the theoretical foundations for their design across a wide range of fixed and mobile devices.

Problem Solving Skills for Consultants:  This module explores skills such as project management, communication and team working and building.  It also provides knowledge of ethical, legal and social issues related to the development and deployment of Information Technology.

Systems Design: This module provides skills in software design and the implementation of business information systems in order that students can participate in and, if required, manage such activities.

Collaborative Application Development:  This module will involve the development of an application for deployment by a real world client into their organisation.  It will involve all the elements of the taught part of the course in a practical environment equivalent to what the students would encounter in the workplace.

Advanced Web Technologies:  This module will build upon the concepts introduced in the Web Technologies module to consider the building of commercially viable Internet or Web applications.

Networks and Security:  This module gives students an understanding of contemporary networks and the abstractions and protocols which underpin them. 

Project / Industrial Placement

Provides an integration of concepts taught on the course in either an academic or business environment.

The taught modules are mainly assessed by coursework, with examinations in some of the modules.  Project assessment is based largely on a substantial final report.

• Home/EU = £3,900
• International: £11,850*

There are a number of bursaries on offer to both home and overseas postgraduate students. Please see this page for details and eligibility.