MS
c
computing:
Software Technology with
Network Management (CSTNM)
A TOP-RATED UNIVERSITY
FOR EMPLOYABILITY
T: 01224 262705
[email protected]
MS
c
computing:
Software Technology with
Network Management (CSTNM)
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Software technology is concerned with designing, implementing, and modifying software so that it is of higher quality, more affordable, maintainable, and faster to build. Network management refers to the activities, methods, procedures, and tools that pertain to the operation, administration, maintenance, and provisioning of networked systems. This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to work within the industry, including software development tools and techniques that will extend and enhance the knowledge and skills of non-computing graduates with the option to further specialise within network management.
HOW YOU WILL LEARN
You will learn to use modern software tools and environments, allowing you to match these to the needs of commerce and industry within a framework of development methodology to provide high quality software solutions. The technical content of the course is directed towards the study of state-of-the-art tools and techniques in the fields of software development, database systems, web programming, and network management. Throughout the course, content is complemented by practical work, allowing you to support your theoretical development by providing real-life simulation.
You will be taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, labs and external speakers. During your course you will be invited to attend talks presented by highly-experienced researchers, speakers from industry, and members of the BCS (British Computer Society) on a wide range of computing-related topics. Example topics covered in previous talks have included HTML5, cloud computing, and legal issues with outsourcing. You will also be supported through our online virtual learning environment where you can access a wide variety of resources and other support materials.
If you choose the non-network management route, you will cover two specialised modules in addition to the core course content. For those who choose the network management route, you will complete two networking modules which cover semesters 1 to 4 of Cisco’s CCNA curriculum in addition to the core course content.
You will be taught by Cisco-accredited trainers using their training materials, enabling you to apply for exams leading to Cisco Network Associate certification (CCNA), the key professional training required for a career in network management, once you have successfully completed the course.
Group Project
In order to complete the MSc, you will work on a group project designed to simulate the working environment, allowing you to collaborate with colleagues as you would within industry. Working as a team allows you to draw upon the group’s skills which have been developed through individual module choices, bringing different perspectives and skills to the project. During this element of the course you will also develop skills necessary for working on live projects such as planning, report writing, presenting, working from a brief, problem solving and record keeping.
Individual Project
A significant aspect of the MSc requires you to undertake an individual university-based or industry-based IT project. Working with the full support and guidance of an allocated project supervisor, you will be given the opportunity to propose, specify, develop, evaluate, and present a substantial IT project. Previous individual projects have covered a wide range of topics including a Wii motion-sensor-controlled game, a JavaSE Twitter client for a PC, classifying XML/HTML by genre, a web-based route planner for orienteers, and various ecommerce website projects.
BENEFITS TO YOU
This course will allow those from non-computing backgrounds to gain the required skills and knowledge to develop a career within the IT industry. The course is also available on a part-time basis, allowing you to study around other commitments.
• Enjoy the opportunity to hear from highly experienced speakers in research, industry and members of the British Computer Society (BCS).
• Study within a department that works closely with local, national and international organisations.
• Engage with modern up-to-date software tools and environments
As part of Robert Gordon University we also have an outstanding employment rate for our postgraduate students at 97%* and are a top-rated university for employability.
BENEFITS TO EMPLOYERS
Those studying on this course will be able to bring new knowledge to the organisation, developing processes and procedures which add real value to the workplace. Employees will be able to take the theory and immediately put it into practice, demonstrating the relevance of the material being taught.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
This course will allow you to gain the knowledge and skills required to work within a diverse number of computing roles. Previous graduates have gone on to work as software engineers, applications developers, database developers, intranet and world wide web services developers.
YOU WILL LEARN TO:
• Understand in depth the capabilities of modern software development methods and tools
• Competently analyse and specify the information storage and processing needs of industrial and commercial applications • Match and integrate appropriate software
technologies, and thus implement effective solutions to the requirements posed by a system specification
• Plan and monitor the conduct of the development process with a view to ensuring delivery of a quality-assured product
COURSE CONTENT:
Core Content
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming • IT Infrastructure and Service Management • Relational Database Systems
• Software Project Engineering
• Object-Oriented Programming Techniques • Intranet Systems Development
• MSc Project Investigation • MSc Project
• Cisco CCNA Semesters 1 and 2 • Cisco CCNA Semesters 3 and 4
TALK TO US
For further information about the
course, contact:
Dr David Lonie
Course Leader
T: 01224 262705
E: [email protected]
Produced by The Gatehouse Design and Print Consultancy at Robert Gordon University • 41040SB Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC013781 WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is suitable for those who hold an undergraduate degree in a non-related discipline and are looking to enter the industry. This is also suitable for those who are currently working within the industry and are looking to formalise their experience and develop their careers in the design and implementation of Information Technology solutions for commerce and industry.
KEY DETAILS
STUDY OPTIONS Full-time, Part-time START DATESSeptember & January
COURSE DURATION Full-time 1 year Part-time 24 - 30 months FUNDING
Available, visit
www.rgu.ac.uk/scholarships FINAL AWARD
MSc EXIT AWARD PgCert/PgDip COURSE LEADER David Lonie [email protected] T +44 (0)1224 262705
FEES and further information Please visit
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