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| Location: | Hatfield / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, September |
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Location of University of Hertfordshire
Mobile computing is experiencing very rapid growth with applications ranging across all sectors, from the individual to the enterprise.
On this course you will become familiar with the principles behind a variety of mobile network technologies. You will learn how to apply traditional software development techniques to mobile devices and how to use emerging technologies for the creation of innovative multi-user distributed applications.
The course covers the major development platforms, the different approaches to providing mobility in computer networks, and the associated usability principles and security issues. You will have the opportunity for practical programming work in one of the major development platforms for mobile computing.
This course is part of our Masters Programme in Computer Science.
Our masters programme is designed to give Computer Science graduates the specialist, up-to-date skills and knowledge sought after by employers, whether in business, industry, government or research.
This particular course will prepare you for a career such as a mobile computing system designer or developer.
Contents
The course lasts for 12 months over three semesters for the September start or 16 months for the January start, with a break during the summer period: May to September. This break can be used for further study, work experience or a holiday. in the first two semesters there are four or more taught modules, to make a total of 120 credits, and there is a 60 credit project in the third.
There are three core modules fixed for this course. You will also take two or more optional modules, making up 60 credits, which you can choose from the full list of advanced, specialist modules in Computer Science. Alternatively you can elect to replace up to 30 credits worth with masters modules taught by the University´s Business School.
Core Modules: * Mobile, Multicast and Multimedia Networking (30 credits)
* Mobile Standards, Interfaces and Applications (15 credits)
* Secure Systems Programming (15 credits)
Optional modules
* Advanced Database
* Distributed Systems Security
* Human Computer Interaction: Principles and Practice
* Measures & Models for Software Engineering
* Multimedia Specification, Design & Production
* Network System Administration
* Software Engineering Practice & Experience
* Web Services
Project:
In the third semester, you complete a project in your chosen specialism under the guidance of an experienced individual supervisor. Supporting tuition for the project includes the general principles of research methods.
Through the project you will demonstrate your understanding of the principles and concepts you have learned in the taught modules and your ability to apply them to a substantial piece of development or investigative work.
Teaching methodsClasses consist of lectures, small group seminars, and practical work in our well-equipped laboratories. We use modern, industry-standard software wherever possible. There are specialist facilities for networking and multimedia and a project laboratory especially for masters students.
In addition to scheduled classes, you will be expected a significant amount of time in self-study, taking advantage of the extensive and up-to-date facilities. These include the Learning Resource Centres, open 24x7, with 1,500 computer workstations and wifi access, Studynet our versatile online study environment usable on and off campus, and open access to our labs.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
A recent, good bachelors degree (e.g. honours degree from the UK) or equivalent in Computer Science or closely-related subject. Plus IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (213 CBT) if your first language is not English.
Applicants who do not wholly meet these requirements, but who are considered to have the professional experience, motivation or potential to succeed at the programme, may also be accepted.
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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