Mobile Networks and Media Streaming MSc

Kingston University

This module constitutes the major individual piece of work of the masters programme where the student carries out a project involving independent critical research, design and implementation (where applicable).

This module will provide you with a working knowledge of Digital Networks and Communication systems including the latest technologies and underpinning methodologies, such as Internet of Things framework, M2M communications, Content Delivery Networks, Cloud Computing and Mobile Edge Computing, Machine learning and the relevant security protocols.

This module provides a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing architectures and cloud-based networking, aligned with industry practices associated with platforms such as AWS. You will explore virtualisation, distributed systems and cloud service models, developing practical skills that support modern cloud deployment and management approaches.

This module focuses on the design and implementation of advanced networked systems and applications, with emphasis on emerging communication technologies such as 5G and the evolution towards 6G and on video streaming. You will explore distributed and service-based architectures, developing the skills required to design scalable, high-performance systems for next-generation network environments.

The module introduces fundamental concepts and methods in Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition, and discusses their applications in disciplines such as image and video analysis, computer games, information security, data science and mechatronics. Students are firstly introduced to classical methods, before they are taught modern state-of-the-art approaches. Then, they are exposed to applications related to their course. The module is taught in a practical fashion and therefore some knowledge of a programming language is required.

This module provides an overview of a wide range of security aspects and techniques of computer networks, both cabled and wireless. It will introduce basic aspects of Information Security, comprising Security and Risk Management as well as Policies and Standards. It also covers Ethical and legal aspects of security and hence addresses the employability of the students in their future career. The module then goes on to the topic of Network Security, both from a theoretical and practical aspect: network attacks, vulnerabilities and controls are introduced and examined in practical lab sessions. Finally, cutting-edge topics such as Web and Cloud security complete the picture.