Putting theory into practice

Throughout the course you’ll work on practical assignments in the labs. For example, in the compulsory Foundations of Embedded IoT Systems module you’ll consolidate your learning by developing a simple IoT device that gathers data and communicates with the cloud.

There are also plenty of opportunities for practical work in the optional modules. The Mobile Applications Development module involves working with software and hardware tools to develop, test and debug a mobile app, for example. Or, if you choose the Biologically Inspired Robotics module, you’ll work with a group of students from different electronics and computer science disciplines to design and build an electronic system. It’s a chance to apply your learning while gaining essential professional skills, such as teamwork and communication.

Hands-on research experience

You’ll explore an area of IoT that interests you in depth. You’ll be able to choose from a wide range of projects that relate to our academics’ research work. IoT-related projects undertaken by past electronics and computer science students include the design and development of:

•           an embedded IoT sensor for vehicle and road surface detection

•           efficient solar-powered battery charging for wearable devices

•           a smart home network using low-power embedded systems

 Learning informed by research and industry

As you would expect from a Russell Group university, our teaching reflects the latest research developments. You’ll learn from expert academics who are part of the University’s Centre for Internet of Things and Pervasive Systems. In a rapidly evolving area such as IoT, learning from researchers is a big advantage, as you’ll be exposed to future technologies and applications. In addition, the breadth of our IoT research means we can offer you a wide range of optional modules and MSc project topics, enabling you to pursue your interests.

The course reflects the latest industry developments, thanks to our collaboration with leading technology company Arm. For example, our academics have incorporated Arm’s latest solutions for IoT platform security into their teaching.

Outstanding facilities 

Our electronics and computer science facilities are among the UK’s best. You’ll benefit from an £8m investment in our learning environment, which includes high-spec electronics and computing labs and dedicated project laboratories for masters students.

You’ll also be able to use the on-campus LoRaWAN network to connect and test your IoT devices. 

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A supportive academic community

You’ll join a diverse and welcoming department, where you’ll have the opportunity to make friends and contacts from around the world. Regular meetings with your personal academic tutor will help you keep your studies on track, and you’ll have a PhD student mentor who can help you settle in to university life.

Through the Centre for Internet of Things and Pervasive Systems, you’ll also be part of a community of PhD students and researchers with a shared interest in IoT. You’ll be able to attend the Centre’s events and seminars, where you can hear from industry and academic speakers about the latest IoT developments.