Overview

this Cloud Computing, PGDip from University of Leicester offers scalable computing resources on demand, providing solutions and challenges for science and business. Amongst others, the opportunities include a low cost entry point for small companies, more economical use of computing resources and the capability of handling very large data sets. Challenges for practitioners include the design and use of suitable algorithms, the design and implementation of suitable architectures and understanding of risks and opportunities. This MSc will provide a sound understanding of designing, analysing and engineering of systems for handling big data in a distributed environment based on dynamically scalable architectures.

Why Leicester?

Computing at Leicester is a thriving academic community with extensive experience in delivering high quality courses and undertaking pioneering research.

Most of our members of staff are actively engaged in research and are frequently guests of universities both in the UK and other countries to lecture on their work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Internet and Cloud Computing

Mobile and Web Applications

Personal and Group Skills

Service-Oriented Architectures

Personal and Group Skills

Analysis and Design of Algorithms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-20 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject with a substantial element of Computing. Relevant work experience may also be considered.

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Tuition Fees

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19400 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8960 GBP / year

≈ 8960 GBP / year

Living costs

Leicester

United Kingdom

751 - 1426 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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