ObjectivesAn exciting programme providing students with the fundamental principles of Internet Computing and subsequently consolidating this with a creative approach to the design and management of digital media. Through an appreciation of Internet computing, an understanding of human computer interaction and web design and experience of the theory and practice of multimedia, students will be equipped with both the practical skills required by contemporary computing companies and the ability to adapt to future developments in digital industries. The degree programme consists of six taught modules and a substantial personal project researching an Internet related area. The taught programme is delivered over two semesters, providing intermediate qualifications - postgraduate certificate (60 credits) and postgraduate diploma (120 credits). The third semester (during the summer) is dedicated to project development.
Academic titleMSc Web Design and Development
Course descriptionCourse content
The programme of study is organised under the following three study themes, namely:
-Internet Technologies
-Internet Applications Development
-Internet Commerce
Each of the themes is aligned to a different knowledge and understanding objective of the programme. Structuring the MSc around these themes provides students with a wide variety of perspectives on Internet Computing as a subject, and a core understanding and knowledge of three important areas.
Core modules
-Internet Computing Fundamentals
-Website Technology
-Java Programming for the Internet
-Digital Media Management
-Internet Based Information Systems
-Advanced Web Design
-Dissertation Project (in the summer)
Optional modules
Students may choose to attend one 20-credit module from another MSc Programme, but this doesn't count towards the award of the MSc
Further module information
The dissertation projects often include web design/implementation, multimedia systems, application of new technology, or remixing the web, interaction design studies. In addition to the practical work you will also write a substantial dissertation. Students often select projects in areas related to their future employment goals.
Assessment
-There are some modules with only coursework bases assessment
-There are modules with both coursework and examination assessment components
Special features
Graduates from this MSc programme will normally find employment as:
-Web designers/developer,
-Project managers
-Digital Media -
-Media application developers
-Mobile and interactive application designers
-management of Internet technologies,
-Research areas
-Web engineering
-Semantic web and Web 2.0
-Technology support for eLearning, eBusiness, eGovernment and eHealth
-Digital Media management
-Usability, interaction and Engagement