MSc in Distributed Systems Engineering Lancaster has an international reputation for its Networking and Distributed Systems research. This course provides a chance to study with leading experts in Networking, Distributed Systems, HCI and Software Engineering. Students take the same core modules as the Advanced Computer Science MSc, but align their dissertation research in the distributed systems engineering topic area (e.g. focusing on next generation middleware design or tackling challenges in large scale Internet systems). There is freedom to choose from the full range of elective modules including Mobile Computing, Ubiquitous Computing and Advanced Topics in Networking.
MSc in Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing Mobile computing has already revolutionised the modern world, as exemplified by the 2 billion mobile phones in use today that are enabling innovation on a grand scale. New research discoveries and avenues are now realising the vision of Ubiquitous Computing, where applications can be seamlessly integrated into everyday environments and accessed in more natural and unobtrusive ways. Lancaster is one of the most research active UK Universities in the areas of Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing. This course ensures that you’ll be exposed to leading thinking in this topic area and well placed to realise the multitude of innovations and opportunities created by mobile computing, tangible interaction, embedded and assistive technologies. Students take both the Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing modules, the core of Advanced Distributed Systems, Interactive Systems Design (HCI) and Software Engineering, plus an elective module of their choice. The dissertation research is normally conducted with a research group or industrial partner working in a related area.
MSc in Critical Software Engineering As mission-critical systems become more and more distributed and embedded in society so does the complexity and consequences when they fail. Only by understanding the full interdisciplinary mix of software and distributed systems and the social context in which they are deployed, will mission-critical systems work effectively and reliably. This course builds on Lancaster’s long-standing reputation in the field of Software Engineering, combining cutting-edge software engineering practices with more human-centred
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sociologically derived modes of requirements capture and design. The course provides hands-on experience in the use of advanced software modularity mechanisms such as aspect-oriented software development. Students following this pathway build on the same fundamentals, plus System Dependability and Network and System Security modules, and an elective. The dissertation research topic is in a complementary software engineering area.
MSc in Multimedia Networking The convergence of media and networking has revolutionised online business and the way both broadcasters and individuals produce and share information online. Coping with content delivery and sharing on a large scale across heterogeneous devices and networks raises numerous research challenges. Building on over a decade of networking and multimedia research at Lancaster, this MSc explores the networking and operating systems technologies underpinning these systems, providing deep understanding of next generation content delivery platforms and the revolution happening in Internet based broadcasting today. Graduates from this course are well suited to research and industrial careers in fields such as networking, cloud computing and Internet service provision and next generation broadcasting.
Course Structure All pathways through the Advanced Computer Science programme require students to complete six taught modules, a project dissertation and a self-study research methods module. Projects are supervised one-on-one with a member of academic staff and can be research-led or in cooperation with an industrial partner. You will get personal attention and the best possible advice for maximising your project results and gaining the experience to realise your career ambitions.
As an indication of course content, the following table outlines the modules that make up the programme. Each module is delivered in intensive ‘blocks’ of tuition followed by coursework assignments designed to reinforce your knowledge. Students tell us that block mode lets them really focus on one topic at a time and simultaneously makes it easier for (particularly part-time) students to manage their other commitments. The modular scheme means you have the freedom to change between different courses as your interests and expertise develops.
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