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| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,157 - ≈ € 11,980 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | York / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of York
Internet and Wireless Computing systems are the rapidly advancing integration of mobile and miniature computing platforms that utilise ever-proliferating wireless networks.
The impact on the consumer market is widespread with devices such as third generation mobile phones, car navigation systems, PDAs and BlackBerry handheld computers. Such devices are becoming pervasive and will extend to the embedding of computer systems in many everyday objects, including consumer goods and personal health and entertainment systems.
This one year full-time taught MSc bridges the interface between electronics, communications and computing, from core principles to cutting edge applications. The programme content features:
* Advanced modules in Electronics, Communications and Computing Engineering
* Specially designed modules to support recent developments in the relevant technologies
* A substantial group project in which students will develop skills and knowledge that will prepare them for working in industry or undertaking further academic study
Contents
The programme comprises the following modules:
* Communications Systems
* Computer Operating Systems for Internet and Mobile Devices
* Introduction to Biologically-Inspired Computation
* Digital and Computing ECAD
* Distributed Computer Systems
* DSP Architectures
* Embedded Computer Systems
* Multimedia Compression
* Internet Protocols
* Network Security
* Object Oriented Programming using Java
* Personal and Mobile Communications
* Pervasive Computing
* Socket Programming
* Engineering QA Principles and Project Management
* Corporate Governance and Human Resource Management
* Group Project
Please note that the detailed module contents are subject to change.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants are expected to hold an appropriate honours degree at 2.1 standard or the equivalent from a university recognised by the University of York. This degree should have a significant electronics and/or computing content.
For non-English native speakers English language skills at the standard university requirement of at least IELTS 6.0 or the equivalent are expected.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
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