2016/17 Taught Postgraduate Programme Catalogue
MSc Mobile Computing and Communication Networks
Programme code: | MSC-MC&CN | UCAS code: | |
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Duration: | 12 Months | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
Programme manager: | Dr Karim Djemame | Contact address: | k.djemame@leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 180
Entry requirements:
A degree equivalent to a UK upper second class honours (2.1) degree or higher in Electronic Engineering, Computing or Physics: or a degree equivalent to a UK lower second class honours (2:2) degree with substantial relevant work experience or demonstration of specific competence in low-level programming. Standard University English language requirements for Masters students.
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
School of Computing
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
School of Computing
Programme specification:
The programme will provide a unique level of coverage of mobile computation, from applications to physical level communications, that goes substantially beyond what programmes based solely in a computing or an EE department can deliver. The programme provides a mixture of theoretical, laboratory and project based learning to develop the skills required for the diverse careers opportunities available to students in this area.
Programme Aims:
At the end of the programme students should be able to demonstrate:
- An understanding of the application domains of mobile platforms and related development issues;
- An understanding of current and emerging wireless and mobile technologies;
- A systematic understanding of the theory and practice of design and development of content for mobile platforms;
- A systematic understanding of the principles of sensor and mobile ad hoc networks, and their impact on protocol design;
- Proficiency in the technical and programming skills required to design and implement software on mobile platforms;
- Proficiency in developing efficient protocols for sensor and mobile networks;
- The ability to apply the knowledge and skills to tackle a significant problem in Mobile Computing within the main project;
- Be confident in applying the research methodology adopted for the main project to new engineering problems;
- Be prepared for further study either in the context of professional development or through further engagement in higher education.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
COMP5200M | MSc Project | 60 credits | 1 Jan to 30 Sep | |
ELEC5471M | Data Communications and Network Security | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Optional modules:
Candidates will be required to study 105 credits from the following optional modules:
COMP5111M | Big Data Systems | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
COMP5222M | Mobile Applications Development | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
COMP5811M | Parallel and Concurrent Programming | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
COMP5850M | Cloud Computing | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
COMP5940M | Graph Theory: Structure and Algorithms | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
COMP5941M | Functional Programming | 15 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
ELEC5456M | Optical Communications Networks | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
ELEC5461M | High Speed Internet Architecture | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
ELEC5610M | Embedded Systems Design | 15 credits | Not running in 201617 | |
ELEC5611M | Digital Media Engineering | 15 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
An even credit weighting between semester 1 and 2 is recommended.
Last updated: 16/09/2016
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