MSc in Mobile Networks and Media Streaming
Kingston University
Key Information
Campus location
Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 Year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,860 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* home full-time: £9,860 | international full-time: £16,200
Introduction
Why choose this course?
The recent evolution of Internet services, with video representing more than 80 per cent of the data traffic, and the growth of on-demand video streaming (as offered by YouTube, Netflix, Amazon) and live streaming (as offered by Facebook, Twitch, etc.) require new professional roles. The aim of this course is to provide practically based education and training for students seeking employment in the areas of networking, media streaming, and wireless communications. The course offers the opportunity to develop your skills in networking, media streaming and wireless communications and relevant security aspects,
preparing you for a career in this fast-growing and exciting area, which spans virtually all areas of wireless, networking, and media communications.
The MSc Course in Mobile Networks and Media Streaming will address both areas above and the graduates will be able to apply for jobs in the wide market opened by such evolution.
Reasons to choose Kingston University
- You will have the opportunity to gain practical experience via a one-year professional placement (on request).
- The wireless multimedia and networking (WMN) research group at Kingston is at the forefront in this area, participating in national and international projects in collaboration with key industry stakeholders.
- Dedicated equipment and laboratories include test LAN/WLAN with a diverse range of platforms and equipment, including several types of wireless networks and enterprise-scale networking technologies, and also equipment for testing Internet of Things communication and a 5G/mobile edge computing testbed.
Accreditation
British Computer Society
The British Computer Society (BCS) accredits this course. This means that you can gain some exemption against BCS professional examinations, leading to Chartered membership and CEng, IEng or CSci status.
Please note: the programme delivered at our partner institution overseas is not currently accredited by the BCS.
The Faculty is a long-time member of BCS. For many years we have hosted meetings of the local BCS Kingston and Croydon Branch, contributing to members' continuing professional development programmes.
Admissions
Curriculum
What you will study
The full MSc course consists of an induction programme, four taught modules, and a project dissertation. Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
Teaching on this course usually takes place in two separate specific week blocks (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm).
For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module the first time with no reassessments. It is the responsibility of individual students to find a suitable paid placement. Students will be supported by our dedicated placement team in securing this opportunity.
Year 1
Core modules
- Multimedia Communications
- Wireless Communications and Networks
- Emerging Communication and Network Technologies
- Project Dissertation
Optional modules
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Network and Information Security
Please note
Optional modules only run if there is enough demand. If we have an insufficient number of students interested in an optional module, that module will not be offered for this course.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
After you graduate
Where this course will take you
Computer, network and information security are current 'hot topics'. They are here to stay, as we will never be able to design or build a system without having to take into account its security in an operational scenario.
Many companies are actively recruiting security specialists at the moment and the major software houses are training their coders in security. In fact, it can be hard to get a job with a large company, even as a software developer, without some appreciation of the security.
Students progress to roles such as video streaming engineer/video streaming manager, wireless software engineer, communications lead and security consultant.
Careers and recruitment advice
The Faculty has a specialist employability team. It provides friendly and high-quality careers and recruitment guidance, including advice and sessions on job-seeking skills such as CV preparation, application forms and interview techniques. Specific advice is also available for international students about the UK job market and employers' expectations and requirements.
The team runs employer events throughout the year, including job fairs, key speakers from the industry and interviews on campus. These events give you the opportunity to hear from, and network with, employers in an informal setting.