Mobile Networks and Media Streaming

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Kingston University

United Kingdom , London Borough of Sutton

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Penrhyn Road

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2024

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,900 / year

Next Intake September-2024

Mobile Networks and Media Streaming

About

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.

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What you will study

The full MSc course consists of an induction programme, four taught modules, and 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, 9am to 5pm). For further details please contact [email protected].

For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module 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

30 credits

The module addresses theory and practice of multimedia communication systems and networks, with a special focus on multimedia signals (audio, images and video) and relevant compression and transmission techniques.

The first part of the module focuses in particular on the representation of multimedia sources and on lossless and lossy compression methods for data, audio, image and video signals.

The second part of the module focuses in particular on the transmission of multimedia sources over communication systems and networks and on the strategies adopted to protect multimedia content from channel and network errors and losses.

Wireless Communications and Networks

30 credits

The module addresses theory and practice of wireless communication systems and networks, including the most recent wireless communications standards.

The first part will focus on the propagation characteristics of wireless channels and the main techniques for efficient communication, including modulation and channel coding. Characteristics and performance limits of wireless systems, techniques and tools to analyse them and methods for their design will also be covered.

The second part of the module will cover real-world wireless systems and networks, including wireless broadband systems and wireless sensor networks. It will provide practical and useful knowledge that can be readily applied in the wireless industry.

It covers the real-world, practical knowledge needed to understand, design, evaluate, deploy, test, validate and debug WLAN, WMAN and WPAN, as well as GPRS/ UMTS/ 3G and 4G and beyond networks and systems and Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN). Advanced technologies such as ultra-wideband communications and cognitive radio will also be addressed.

Emerging Communication and Network Technologies

30 credits

Project Dissertation

60 credits

This module constitutes the major individual piece of work of the Masters Programme where the student carries out a project involving independent critical research, design and implementation (where applicable).

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

Select, justify and use effectively the research methods and techniques appropriate for particular cases in order to carry out a literature search and an independent work of research
Critically identify the need to position their research in the wider academic or business context and structure the dissertation format to agreed conventions
Plan, manage and critically evaluate the project using the techniques and tools needed in order to bring it in successfully on time and within resourcing limits
Identify and critically analyse real-world problems or knowledge gaps to which academic concepts and methods can be realistically applied to improve or resolve the problem situation
Apply skills to show an ability to engage in academic and professional communication with others in their field through report and presentation
Present critical awareness in applying appropriate legal, social or ethical obligations and when required, respond to the financial and other constraints of a corresponding business environment.

Optional modules

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

30 credits

The module introduces fundamental concepts and methods in Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition, and discusses their applications in disciplines such as image and video analysis, computer games, information security, data science and mechatronics. Students are firstly introduced to classical methods, before they are taught modern state-of-the-art approaches. Then, they are exposed to applications related to their course. The module is taught in a practical fashion and therefore some knowledge of a programming language is required.

Network and Information Security

30 credits

This module provides an overview of a wide range of security aspects and techniques of computer networks, both cabled and wireless. It will introduce basic aspects of Information Security, comprising Security and Risk Management as well as Policies and Standards. It also covers Ethical and legal aspects of security and hence addresses the employability of the students in their future career. The module then goes on to the topic of Network Security, both from a theoretical and practical aspect: network attacks, vulnerabilities and controls are introduced and examined in practical lab sessions. Finally, cutting-edge topics such as Web and Cloud security complete the picture.

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.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Bachelors degree (4 years)

UK 2:1 equivalent: 2.8 or B or 75%
UK 2:2 equivalent: 2.5 or C or 65%

Career

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 security.

Students progress to roles such as video streaming engineer/video streaming manager, wireless software engineer, communications lead and security consultant.

Have a look at ITJobsWatch.

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 industry and interviews on campus. These events give you the opportunity to hear from, and network with, employers in an informal setting.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,900 / year

How to Apply

Apply online

You can apply for most of our postgraduate courses online via the relevant course page.

If you are applying for a course in the Kingston School of Art or the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education, you must use the online application route for your chosen course and not apply by post or email.

If you have any queries please contact [email protected].

Apply by post or email

If you prefer, or if your course does not have an online option, you can apply by email or post. Please download our Postgraduate Application Form (PDF) and send the completed version by post or email to:

Kingston University Admissions
Room 1004, Yorkon Building
Kingston University
Kingston Hill campus
Kingston upon Thames
Surrey KT2 7LB

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0)20 3308 9932

Please note: you will need to have the correct version of Adobe Acrobat (Professional 7 or later) if you wish to complete the PDF version of the postgraduate application form.

If you are unsure, please complete the Word version of the postgraduate application form and save it to your desktop. You may then attach your completed application form and email it to [email protected].