Computing MSc (all pathways) Welcome Pack
Welcome to Computing MSc – September 2026.
It is my distinct pleasure to warmly welcome you to your course on behalf of the team. Each year, the arriving classes of new students bring with them such an exhilarating sense of promise and possibility. We have a diverse staff team from different cultures who are approachable and super supportive.
The course you’ve selected offers the qualification that is industry relevant and attractive to potential employers. The fundamental aim is to provide you with the employability skills that are needed to obtain a career within this fast-growing industry. You will be allocated a Personal Tutor as soon as you start, who will be able to guide you and answer any questions you have throughout the course.
I am confident that with the required commitment and work ethic, you will enjoy and benefit from the material presented throughout your course at the university.
We look forward to meeting you.
Your Course Leader
Dr Suraj Ajit
Associate Professor in Computer Science and Deputy Head of School
You will be able to contact specific module leaders/tutors for module related queries, personal tutor for any personal academic queries, international student support officers for administration, timetabling and visa related queries. However, if any queries have been unresolved or you have any generic course content related queries, you may contact the course leader.
Additional staff
- Dr Michael Cauchi – Technician Demonstrator
- Mr Narinder Singh – Technician Demonstrator
Preparing for your course
In preparation for your course starting in September, we hold an online session beforehand so you can meet your Course Leader. These will be held on Wednesday 16 September. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact induction organiser Dr Suraj Ajit, Suraj.Ajit@northampton.ac.uk.
Wednesday 16 September
- Time: 1 – 2pm (BST)
- Link: Join meeting now
Tuesday 22 September
Session: General Welcome Session from Head of School
- Time: 1-1.45pm (BST)
- Location: LH017, Ground Floor, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
Session: Course Induction Session from Course Leader
- Time: 2 – 3pm (BST)
- Location: LH323, Third Floor, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
Friday 25 September
Session: How to Login and Use the University Technologies/Systems
- Time: 12.30-1pm (BST)
- Location: LH316, Third Floor, Learning Hub, Waterside campus
