Programme Specification for 2012/13
BSc (Hons) Mobile Computing and Communications
This programme is for those who wish to study modern mobile computing systems and technologies to degree level.
The management of mobile computing systems and infrastructure within the organisation, project management of computing projects, mobile security issues and the deployment of mobile computing systems at an enterprise level form strong themes in this programme. It provides a good understanding of modern wired and wireless communications technologies and the software tools and techniques required for the development of modern enterprise computing systems that include mobile components. It also helps students to understand how mobile computer systems are developed and offers training to design and build them to meet real business needs.
Additionally, this programme helps students develop the personal and professional skills needed to communicate and work effectively with those around them, whether they are computing or business professionals. In addition, the broad-based approach allows a flexible learning experience as students can select individual courses in various related areas such as multimedia, information systems and business-oriented computing.
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BSc (Hons) Mobile Computing and Communications and other computer systems programmes?
Typical content
The following is an indication of current programme content.
However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, are likely to change in future years.
Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available.
For details of timetabling and study patterns, see the timetables page.
All courses are 30 credits unless otherwise stated.
Year One
- Computer Programming 1
- Systems Building 1
- Communication Systems 1 - 15 credits
- Computer Systems Architectures 1 - 15 credits
- Logical Foundations - 15 credits
- Analytical Methods for Computing - 15 credits or Quantitative Methods - 15 credits
Year Two
- Organisation & Project Management
- Principles of Communications
- Application Development for Mobile Devices - 15 credits
- Computer Programming 2 - 15 credits
- Operating Systems - 15 credits
- Network Implementation - 15 credits
- Principles of Communications Systems 2 - 15 credits
Optional Sandwich Year
For students who choose a sandwich degree, the third year is spent in industry or business on a fully paid work placement, which we help to arrange.
Year Three
- A substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student
- Enterprise Mobile Computer Systems
- Two further options - current options include Artificial Intelligence, Web Application Technologies, Programming Distributed Components, HCI & Interaction Design, Computing Education & Communications, Enterprise Systems Management & Security, Network Design & Implementation, Network Management & Security
Specifics
Professional recognition
This degree has full CITP and partial CEng / CSci accreditation from BCS - the Chartered Institute for IT, the body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. This means that on successful graduation from this degree, you will have fulfilled the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and partially fulfilled the education requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Scientist (CSci). However, please note that there are additional requirements, including work experience, to achieve full Chartered status - see the BCS website for further information.
Career opportunities
Employment in many mobile computing and communications areas such as mobile computing systems development, integration, management, consultancy and support, project management and internet and e-commerce applications.
Location
This degree programme is based in the Department of Smart Systems Technologies, School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Greenwich Campus, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS.
Study mode
3 years full-time / 4 years sandwich / 6 years part-time
JACS/UCAS code
BSc (Hons) Mobile Computing and Communications - G422 BSc/MobC