Programme summary for BSc. (Hons) Mobile Computing and Communications
About the programme
This programme allows you to build extensive knowledge in a variety of computing subjects crucial for understanding of mobile networks, devices and applications. You will learn programming, computer systems architecture, mobile devices architecture, mobile operating systems, networking, communications security and the business contexts in which computer-based systems are used in the mobile telecommunications environment.
2-subject degrees
You can combine this programme with a range of other subjects as part of a 2-subject degree. Popular combinations include Mobile Computing & Communications with Business Information Systems, and Mobile Computing & Communications and Business Management.
Programme structure
Computing programmes are three or four years in length, as the sandwich degrees include a one-year work placement. If you want to change to other degree it is easy to arrange.
Career opportunities
Potential careers include the analysis, design and development of mobile-based information systems, mobile computing networking, mobile software development, and web-based development for mobile devices.
Support
- Personal tutor support throughout the programme
- Support for development of study skills, preparation for employment and research
- Placement Office with well-established links with employers to provide support for finding placements
- Specialist support for dyslexia and English as a second language
- Student advice services for accommodation, finance, careers, IT training, learning resources.
Admission
- 240 UCAS tariff points or equivalent
- Equivalent overseas qualifications and IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Relevant Access programme
- Mature students, without appropriate academic qualifications but with relevant work experience, attend for interview and aptitude test
Key facts
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