Internet and Distributed Systems MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Overview
Internet and Distributed Systems focuses on the development of applications and management of data in a distributed environment, especially on the design and build of scalable and secure internet applications, and re-usable software components. The course emphasises practical issues and current technologies for the development of internet and distributed systems, and also provides students with an opportunity to conduct in-depth research into a specific issue and/or problem in this area of computing.
Both full-time and part-time modes of study are available. The full-time route is designed to enable graduates with a good computing degree to advance their knowledge and skills. Full-time students start their course at the beginning of the academic year (September/October), or in February at the beginning of semester 2.
The part-time route is specifically designed for computing professionals wishing to update or extend their skills in a study pattern suited to their work commitments. Individual modules can also be studied by IT professionals on a standalone basis for continuing professional development.
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years (max 5 years)
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Course content
Course structure
Each module is organised into a teaching period and a coursework activity, and is normally delivered over one semester (about 15 weeks). This comprises workshops, seminars, lectures and group exercises, culminating in a period of consolidation and coursework-based assessment.
On completion of the taught modules students undertake a project giving them the opportunity to explore creative solutions to an internet and distributed systems-related problem.
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
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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
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Career opportunities
Graduates take up positions such as senior software engineers, senior 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) 4,320 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 8,925 GBP International (Full Time) 12,750 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.