Theoretical Computer Science with a Year in Industry

Explore the world of computational game theory, where computer science and economics collide, and receive a grounding in algorithmic techniques and optimisation methods and models on theTheoretical Computer Science with a Year in Industry program fromUniversity of Liverpool.

The Theoretical Computer Science with a Year in Industry program from University of Liverpool immerses you in theoretical computer science, with a particular focus on computational game theory, where computer science and economics intersect. This is an area of rapid growth where skilled professionals are in high demand.

Key features

• This program is aimed principally at graduates who either plan to become high-profile professionals working in the IT industry or those who plan to continue to a research degree in this cutting-edge research area. This program may also be appropriate for those professionals who are already in IT-related employment and wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge.
• In year one, you’ll receive a comprehensive introduction to computational game theory, focus on algorithmic aspects of game theory in depth, and be guided in how to plan and conduct research in computer science. Exploring the computational aspects of the design of mechanisms and auctions, you’ll also examine optimisation methods and their application to various optimisation models.
• In year two, you’ll undertake an industrial project, that’s research or application oriented, in a real-world environment as part of an extended placement opportunity.

Career prospects

• This MSc equips you with an in-depth understanding of theoretical computer science. There is particular focus on computational game theory, a subject at the intersection of computer science and economics, which has seen a rapid growth in recent years. There is a significant skills shortage in this area and high demand for skilled professionals.
• Whether you’re a recent graduate seeking a career in the IT industry, plan to continue your studies and pursue a research degree, or you’re already an IT professional in related employment, this program will enhance your knowledge and immerse you in current developments.
• We’ll prepare you for senior technical and managerial positions in the profession, as well as providing a strong foundation for potential PhD research.

Previous graduates have progressed into a variety of roles which include:

• IT consultant
• Enterprise risk consultant
• Network optimisation engineer
• Data analyst
• Information analyst
• Business analyst
• IT implementation and support analyst
• Customer service adviser
• Software developer
• Software engineer
• Sales and marketing
• Search engine optimisation (SEO) specialist.

Courses include:

• Optimisation
• Research Methods In Computer Science
• Algorithmic Game Theory
• Efficient Algorithms
• Knowledge Representation
• Microeconomic Analysis
• MSc Industrial Project
• MSc Placement Experience