In this programme you will study the advanced communications theory that underpins the science of networking, focusing on physical layer network communications, information theory and coding. This programme prepares you for a career in telecommunications and its applications, for example the integration of voice and data applications, within a business context. The programme combines in-depth coverage of the main technical aspects of telecommunications with advanced business modules. At the end of the programme you will be equipped with the skills needed for a wide range of jobs in the expanding telecommunications industry, with emphasis on those that are relevant to business/financial needs, particularly in the small business and start-up sector. This programme will: Provide an in-depth understanding of the key issues in next generation, all-packet networking; Cover quality of service-enabled transport; support for generalized mobility; ubiquitous provision of services to users; core network consolidation; Provide advanced communications theory to underpin the science; Address probabilistic methods for network performance evaluation, and network security; Provide an in-depth treatment of mobile networks from WCDMA 3G to LTE and LTE-Advanced; Address the new areas of sensor networks and Internet of Things; Teach you Java programming. The industrial placement consists of 8-12 months spent working with an appropriate employer in a role that relates directly to your field of study. The placement is currently undertaken between the taught component and the project. This will provide you with the opportunity to apply the key technical knowledge and skills that you have learnt in your taught modules, and will enable you to gain a better understanding of your own abilities, aptitudes, attitudes and employment potential. The module is only open to students enrolled on a programme of study with integrated placement. Teaching is by a mixture of formal lectures and small group seminars. The seminars are designed to generate informed discussion around set topics, and may involve student presentations, group exercise and role-play as well as open discussion. You are assessed by a combination of coursework and exams. A few modules are assessed by coursework only. If a module is assessed by means of coursework alone, this is usually in the form of a research project or dissertation, and the tutor project supervisor offers guidance and support in the researching and writing of this piece of assessment. Throughout the course, postgraduates have access to a careers programme to prepare them for applying for work after graduation. This programme includes workshops on job hunting and job applications as well as employer events to facilitate networks and help students to explore their options.