MSc Information Technology (Business)

The Information Technology (Software Systems) course offered postgraduate level at Heriot-Watt University is a 1-2 years program. It is an ideal course for individuals aiming to gain advanced knowledge and skills in modern software technologies and advanced computing concepts. Course Content: The course is designed to provide an understanding in areas like Computer Systems, Database and Information Systems, Human Factors for Computer Systems, and Advanced Interaction Design. It also touches upon subjects such as Mathematics for Signal and Information Processing, Software Engineering Foundations and Data Communications and Networking. Key Modules: The core modules for this course are Principles of Programming Languages, Agile Engineering, Information Systems Foundations, Software Project Management, and Ethics for the IT professional. There are also a few optional modules from which students can select as per their interests and career prospects. Some of the options include Intelligent Agents, Parallel Algorithms and Data Structures, and Leadership, Innovation and Change.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) and the European Quality Assurance Network for Informatics Education (EQANIE). Future Careers: Graduates from this course can expect a wide range of career opportunities in computing and IT-related fields. They can explore roles such as Software Developer, IT Consultant, Systems Analyst, and other related profiles. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.