Internet and Distributed Systems MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Overview
A practical course which focuses on the development of applications and the management of data in a distributed environment, Internet and Distributed Systems will help you design and build secure, scalable internet applications and reusable software components.
Its emphasis on practical issues and the current technologies used in the development of internet and distributed systems gives the opportunity to conduct in-depth research into a specific issue in this area of computing. This dedicated preparation for a real role offers University of Brighton students an advantage when seeking employment within the computing industry.
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years (max 5 years)
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Course content
Course structure
Modules include both teaching periods and coursework activities. This supports both varied learning through workshops, seminars, lectures and group exercises, and the application of developed skills through coursework-based assessment. You will also undertake a project that explores creative solutions to internet and distributed systems-related problems.
Syllabus
Core modules:
- Distributed Systems Principles
- Internet Application Development
- Enterprise Applications Development
- Research Methods
- ProjectOptions, two from:
- Algorithms and Computability
- Intelligent Systems
- Specification, Verification and Validation
- Architectures and Integration
- Interaction Design and Evaluation Process
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Intellectual Property Law
- The Business and the Information System
- Project Management -
Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
individual offers may varyFor non-native speakers of English:
6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing (or equivalent qualification).Degree and/or experience:
Either a good honours degree with a major computing content or three years industrial experience gained in a software development environment and a good honours degree. -
Location
Location
Moulsecoomb -
Career opportunities
Graduates take up positions such as software engineers, web developers, systems designers, database developers, and systems architects.
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.
To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.
Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Internet and Distributed Systems (MSc) (Full time) [J4BH021] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,500 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP -
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You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.
Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing (or equivalent qualification).Degree and/or experience:
Either a good honours degree with a major computing content or three years industrial experience gained in a software development environment and a good honours degree.