About Msc/pgdip Information Management in University of Strathclyde
Study with us
- Partial Accreditation by the British Computer Society
- delivered by one of the leading information science schools in the UK, this is the only dual-recognised information management degree providing graduates with direct entry to two internationally-affiliated professional bodies
Why this course?
In the era of big data, our professional graduates are driving the information society and digital economy as leaders, innovators, and managers in the areas of business, data, and technology.
This professionally accredited course has been developed in close consultation with industry practitioners and professional bodies and is equally suitable for those who are new to the subject and also those looking to enhance their existing knowledge and gain a professional qualification.
Core subjects include business systems analysis, data analytics, strategy, information law and an introduction to cutting-edge technologies
The course is delivered by the Department of Computer & Information Sciences. The Department is an iSchool member, a partnership of the world's leading information science departments. Our staff are regular contributors to the leading international Information Science Index (ISI) ranked library and information science journals, and are directly engaged in professional practice.
What you'll study
Spanning computer and information sciences, business, and management science, this programme will provide you with the professional skills and knowledge to successfully:
- identify and analyse organisational business information needs
- contribute to the strategic development of information management capabilities within an organisation
- develop and deploy emerging information and communication technologies
- manage high-value enterprise information resources
On completion, you'll have gained:
- high demand business, data, and technology knowledge and skills
- direct entry to two internationally affiliated professional bodies – the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals, and the Chartered Management Institute
You'll also develop other valuable transferable skills including effective presentation and writing research reports, which will further enhance your skills as an information leader.
Careers
Our highly skilled graduates are employed in a variety of roles across a wide range of industries. Among these roles are:
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Database Administrator/Analyst (DBA)
- Enterprise Architect
- Information Security Manager
- IT Test Manager
- Web Developer
Previous employers of our graduates include:
- Arthur Anderson
- Cap Gemini
- Price Waterhouse Coopers
- Sun Microsystems
- IBM
- Compaq
Academic qualification equivalents
- For entry to Strathclyde postgraduate programmes, we'd look for a first-class undergraduate degree (approx 60%) from a
recognised Indian institution.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
- TOEFL : 80+ overall,with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening:17 Reading: 18 Speaking:20 Writing:19
- PTE : 58+ overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component
University of Strathclyde Highlights
Type of University |
Public |
Established |
1964 |
Rank |
Scottish University of the Year, 2020 |
Common Deadline |
January 15 |
Number of Programs available |
250 undergraduate and 200 graduate courses |
Academic Departments |
4 |
Test Scores Accepted |
IELTS or equivalent |
Acceptance rate |
42% |
Financial Aid |
Available as Scholarships and awards |
University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.
Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)
Name of Faculty/Program |
Fee (in GBP) |
BBA |
17,500 |
Biomedical Engineering |
21,500 |
Computer & Information Sciences |
18,100 |
Mathematics & Statistics |
15,300 |
Architecture |
18,100 |
Graduate Courses (2020-2021)
Name of Faculty |
Fee (in GBP) |
Faculty of humanities & social science |
15,300 |
Strathclyde Business School |
24,300 |
Faculty of Science |
20,350 |
Faculty of Engineering |
20,900 |
Cost of Living
List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.
Cost |
Amount (GBP per week) |
Accommodation |
100 to 142 |
Food, local travel, laundry, among others |
100 |
Books and supplies, clothing, graduation fees, et al. |
16.22 |
Total |
216.22 – 258.22 |
Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.