Master Telecommunications in the Business Environment (Networks Pathway)
Entry requirementsYou should have a first or upper-second class degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline; some programming experience (preferably an objectorientated language) such as C or C++, and a basic knowledge of telecommunications networks. Applicants with unrelated degrees will be considered if there is evidence of significant industrial experience. Applicants with lower-second class degrees may be considered if the undergraduate degree specialised in relevant subjects.
Academic titleMsc Telecommunications in the Business Environment (Networks Pathway)
Course descriptionMSc
Programme description
One year full-time
This programme is aimed at graduates planning to work in telecommunications and telecommunications applications, for example the integration of voice and data applications, within a business context. The programme combines in-depth coverage of the main technical aspects of telecommunications with advanced business modules.
At the end of the programme you will be equipped with the skills needed for a wide range of jobs in the expanding telecommunications industry, with particular emphasis on those that are relevant to business/financial needs, particularly in the small business and start-up sector.
Programme outline
There are no optional modules. Enrolment onto a specific degree programme constitutes the specialisation and module choice.
Semester 1
* Java Programming or Advanced Software Techologies*(1)
* Digital Broadcasting
* Internet Infrastructure
* Total Quality Management
*As determined by the Department to suit the applicants’ academic and professional profile.
(1) = This course is taken in the first year of part-time study
Assessment
All students are required to take written examinations in May/June. To obtain an MSc, students must gain passes in six of the eight modules taken with an overall average of 50 per cent.
In addition to the above, the MSc requires that a satisfactory individual project should be completed. MSc students who do not pass the written examinations are only allowed to attempt the project after passing resit examinations the following May.+