Program Description

The Internet of Things is expected to have a significant impact on industry with predictions of its success and growth constantly rising.

The MSc Internet of Things Applied Research is a specialist programme that prepares you for a career with skills in Computing Science, Engineering and Data Analytics with a full appreciation for the research / innovation process and how this could be transferred into business should be developed. The course covers leading-edge knowledge of Sensor technology, Networks, Security, Pervasive Computing, Big Data and Data Mining in IoT domain. The course is accredited (initial) by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for Partial CITP (Chartered IT Professional) and Partial CEng (Chartered Engineer).The Internet of Things has become one of the most discussed technology trends of recent years, mainly due to the expected impact that it will have and, as a result, how it will change the way people live, work and travel. As the expectations of how IoT will redefine an organisation’s operations grow, so too are the expectations to have knowledgeable and skilled staff in the areas of computing, engineering and data science in addition to having an appreciation for business processes and market potential.

Taking all of this into consideration, graduates from the course will be well placed to progress into a wide variety of careers, across a range of industrial settings within the sector across the key verticals of Smart Cities, Industrial IoT, Connected Health and Smart Homes. We have active Industry engagement and links with vibrant technology sector in Northern Ireland.

Admission Requirements

• Applicant for taught programmes must hold the equivalent of a UK first degree (usually in a relevant subject area such as computing, engineering). We consider students who have good grades in the following: Bachelor Degree 55%- 60%.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
5.5	5.5	5.5	5.5	6

Remarks:

IELTS Waiver for Indian Student:-A Minimum mark of 70% in English in the standard XII examinations in the Central Boards(CBSE/ICSE or the State boards of Maharashtra, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka). No time limit.