This programme is aimed at applicants with a good background in computing, information technology or any engineering discipline with a reasonable programming context. Students with a business-related degree may be accepted provided they have some programming experience.

This programme has a minimum entry requirement of a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent. Candidates who do not meet the minimum entry qualifications but can demonstrate on their application other suitable qualifications or experience, e.g. relevant industrial experience, industrial certification in core IT subject areas, etc. may also be considered. Candidates may be subject to interview, e.g. by the overseas recruitment officer or at an assessment centre. All applications will be considered on their individual merit.

Non-UK applicants: qualifications as above plus a score of 6 in each section of IELTS or equivalent.