Multimedia Computing - Liverpool John Moores University

PROGRAMME DETAIL SPECIFICATION
Programme Summary
1 Awarding institution Liverpool John Moores University
2 Teaching institution university LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY
3a Programme accredited by:
3b Description of accreditation
4 Final award Master of Science in Multimedia Computing
5 Programme title MS.Multimedia Computing
6 UCAS code
7 Subject benchmark statement
8 Educational aims of the programme
The overall aim of the programme is to provide people of graduate status working, or planning to work, in a
computing environment, with the opportunity to enhance their career prospects by gaining additional knowledge
and skills in the areas of interactive multimedia technologies and their applications.The specific aims of the
programme are as follows:
To provide students with a fuller understanding of current and developing multimedia technologies.
To facilitate students in the development of expertise and interest in topic areas of direct and complementary
relevance to their work.
To encourage students to become autonomous learners.
To provide students with an understanding of current multimedia research issues.
To further develop students' analytical, creative, problem-solving and research skills.
To provide a platform for career development, innovation and/or further study such as PhD.
9 Intended learning outcomes - the programme provides opportunities for students to develop and
demonstrate knowledge and understanding, skills, qualities and other attributes in the following areas:
Intended Learning Outcomes summary
Knowledge and understanding
A1. Be aware of current and developing principles and practices within multimedia computing systems.
A2. Have widened and deepened their knowledge and skills in the areas of multimedia systems and their
applications.
A3. Have been exposed to and applied a range of tools and techniques currently being used in the development
of multimedia systems.
A4. Have critically analysed and developed a major piece of work in the area.
A5. Be able to understand current research issues in the relevant aspects of multimedia systems.
A6. Be able to study independently and have developed research methodology skills.
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Core knowledge and understanding is acquired via lectures, tutorials, practicals, coursework, projects, seminars,
and guided independent study. Specifically, acquisition of 1 is via a combination of lectures, projects, seminars,
and guided independent study.Acquisition of 2, 3 and 4 is via a mixture of lectures, tutorials, laboratory work,
coursework, and projects.Acquisition of 5 and 6 is via lectures, coursework, projects, seminars, and guided
independent study.Students are given feedback on all work produced.
Assessment
Assessment methods for the knowledge and understanding are specified in module specifications. Each module
is assessed by examination and/or coursework. Specifically the assessment takes the form of written
examinations (1-3, 5), laboratory work (2-4), coursework reports (1-3, 5, 6), and/or project work, reports and
presentations (1-6).
Intellectual Skills
Skills and other attributes
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B1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of multimedia concepts, principles and theories.
B2. Use such knowledge in multimedia system modelling, requirements analysis and design.
B3. Perform critical evaluation and testing for a multimedia system.
B4. Deploy appropriate methods and tools for the development of a multimedia system.
B5. Apply appropriate research methods to conduct multimedia system related research.
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Cognitive skills are developed throughout the programme.Specifically, skill 1 is developed through tutorial group
discussion, teamwork, coursework, projects, and presentations.Skills 2, 3 and 4 are developed through
laboratory work, coursework, and projects.Skill 5 is developed through coursework, projects, and guided
independent study.
Assessment
Assessment of cognitive skills is through written examinations (1, 2), laboratory work (2-4), coursework reports
(1-5), and/or project work, reports and presentations (1-5).
Professional practical skills
C1. Develop and evaluate a multimedia system.
C2. Manage multimedia system projects.
C3. Use a wide range of computing facilities effectively.
C4. Work individually and/or as a team member.
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Practical skills are developed throughout the programme. Coursework and projects are designed to provide
practical opportunities for students to work independently and in groups.Specifically, skills 1, 2 and 3 are
developed through laboratory work, coursework, and project work.Skill 4 is developed through individual and
group coursework, laboratory work, and project work.
Assessment
Assessment of practical skills is normally by coursework (1-4) and projects (1-4).
Transferable / key skills
D1. Use information technology, e.g. Web and Internet, for effective information retrieval.
D2. Apply numerical skills to cases involving a quantitative dimension.
D3. Communicate effectively by written or verbal means.
D4. Plan and manage learning and development.
Teaching, learning and assessment methods used to enable outcomes to be achieved and
demonstrated
Key skills are developed throughout the programme in a variety of forms.Specifically, skill 1 is developed
through a combination of research-related coursework, guided independent study, and projects.Skill 2 is
developed through study of technical methods, examinations, coursework, and projects.Skill 3 is developed
through report writing for coursework and projects, written examinations, teamwork, presentations, and group
discussion.Skill 4 is developed via the management of learning tasks and deadlines for coursework and projects.
Assessment
Key skills are assessed as part of coursework (1-4), projects(1-4), written examinations (2, 3), and presentations
(3).
10. Route/Pathway/Field requirements, levels, modules, credits and awards
Study modes
The programme is offered in full-time mode with the possibility of part-time attendance. The course normally
lasts for one year for full-time and two years for part-time.
Programme structures
The programme is modular in construction. Modules are 15 credits (equivalent to 150 hours of study) for each
taught module, with an individual project module of 60 credits. Full-time and part-time students normally study
60 and 30 credits per semester respectively, and then undertake a project once they have obtained 120 credits
from taught modules. There are core (compulsory) modules plus a number of option modules in each semester.
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Award Requirements
Master of Science in Multimedia Computing
Postgraduate Diploma in Multimedia Computing
Postgraduate Certificate in Multimedia Computing
For information about awards, see http://www.ljmu.ac.uk/Academic_Enhancement/121984.htm
Level 7 Potential Awards on completion Master of Science
Core Option Award Requirements
7003COMP RESEARCH METHODS
7008COMP PROJECT
DISSERTATION
7009COMP HUMAN COMPUTER
INTERACTION
7010COMP MULTIMEDIA
TECHNOLOGY
7011COMP MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
7013COMP ADVANCED
MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY (V.2)
7004COMP DATABASE DESIGN
AND TECHNOLOGY
7006COMP COMPUTER
NETWORKS
7007COMP COMPUTER SECURITY
7012COMP VIRTUAL REALITY
7014COMP INTERNETWORKING
7015COMP COMPUTER
SUPPORTED CO-OPERATIVE
WORK (V.2)
7016COMP MULTIMEDIA
DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
7017COMP MULTIMEDIA
DATABASE SYSTEMS
7018COMP KNOWLEDGE-BASED
SYSTEMS
7028COMP WEB DEVELOPMENT
TECHNOLOGIES
7029COMP NETWORK SECURITY
7030COMP SOFTWARE AGENTS
7032COMP MOBILE COMPUTING
7037COMP LOCATION BASED
SERVICES
7045COMP FORENSIC
COMPUTING
135 core credits at level 7
45 option credits at level 7
0 elective credits at level 7
11 Opportunities for work-related learning ( location and nature of activities)
12 Criteria for admission
Other
Applicants should normally have one of the following qualifications:
Degree in Computing or Computing-related subject, including subjects with a significant core of computing, or
Degree equivalent professional qualifications, or
DipHE or HND plus a minimum of 3 years professional experience in Computing.
Students with non-standard entry qualifications are also encouraged to apply.
13 Information about assessment regulations
14 Indicators of quality:
15 Support for students and their learning
16 Methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of teaching and learning
Subject standards for all taught programmes of study are specified using an outcome based learning model.
Attainment is measured against the standard and individual student performance is moderated at assessment
boards. This involves both internal moderation (by LJMU staff and/or partner institution staff) and external
moderation (by External Examiners). Internal annual programme self-assessment is informed by broad ranging
student feedback, external examiners and academic staff who conduct module review. External quality
assessment by Professional Statutory Regulatory Bodies and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher
Education confirms that standards are set at the appropriate level and that quality of learning opportunities are
subject to continuing improvement. The quality of teaching is assured through staff review and staff development
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in learning, teaching and assessment. Designated committees have responsibility for the oversight of processes
wherein quality and standards are evaluated and improved.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the
learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she
takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning
outcomes, content, teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the student
module guide and course handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed by
the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
17 Key sources of information about the course can be found in:
Further details may be obtained from a series of handbooks for students that together provide comprehensive
information. Detailed programme information is contained in definitive documentation for the programme. The
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is increasingly used to provide module specific information.
18 Progress Files
Increasingly, academic guidance is provided within a framework of personal development planning linked to
progress review.
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