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Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To enhance design skills and knowledge through theoretical and practical application individually and in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop collaborative behaviour through active learning and team work, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• To enable graduates to develop their critical thinking and insight to improve their effectiveness as designers.
• To enable graduates to develop their analytical and research skills through undertaking a substantial entrepreneurial design management and evaluation project
• Develop an understanding of the importance of  an entrepreneurial attitude in individuals and organisations

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
  • In part, Design and economic, social and Environmental context applicable to MEng : UKEC
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

K1 -     current problems and/or new insights of their academic discipline;

K2 -     techniques applicable to their own subject area;

K3 -     to evaluate the design process in relation to other functions to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer

K4 -     the major arguments and issues in entrepreneurial design management practice

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 -     Demonstrate ability to advance their existing knowledge in their area and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level

C2 -     formulate decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations;

C3 -     identify with, respond to, and critically reflect upon the opportunities and dynamics for learning with their peers and other external contexts;

C4 -     act autonomously in planning and in implementing tasks.

C5 -     Ability to Interpret user research data using business planning strategies.    

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 -     the ability to use a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject relevant to the discipline;

P2 -     formulate and undertake the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality in a rational and pragmatic way

P3 -     utilise high levels of numeracy, computer literacy and attention to detail when dealing with specific software tools;

P4 -     the ability to analyse a new entrepreneurial opportunities from which to create new products/services.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 –     act professionally – including acting in accordance with ethical conduct;

T2 -      problem solve – including clarification of questions, consideration of alternative solutions and evaluation of outcomes;

T3 -      communicate – including visual, written and oral presentation and discussions;

T4 -      self manage – including self-learning, and project and time management;

T5 –     use methods and methodologies applicable to teamwork;

T6 -      communicate ideas, concepts, theories, and arguments with different audiences through a range of practical methods and outcomes including visual, written and oral.

4. Programme structure

*Students must choose and complete 1 of the 3 optional modules to complete the MSc. Entrepreneurial Design Management. 

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To enhance design skills and knowledge through theoretical and practical application individually and in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop collaborative behaviour through active learning and team work, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• To enable graduates to develop their critical thinking and insight to improve their effectiveness as designers.
• To enable graduates to develop their analytical and research skills through undertaking a substantial design innovation and evaluation project that draws on the influences of culture in design
• To critically analyse how design feeds culture and culture feeds design

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
  • In part, Design and economic, social and Environmental context applicable to MEng : UKEC

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

K1 -     current problems and/or new insights of their academic discipline;

K2 -     techniques applicable to their own subject area;

K3 -     To evaluate the design process in relation to other functions to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer

K4 -     the major arguments and issues in design innovation practice informed by cultural studies

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 -     Demonstrate ability to advance their existing knowledge in their area and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level

C2 -     formulate decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations;

C3 -     identify with, respond to, and critically reflect upon the opportunities and dynamics for learning with their peers and other external contexts;

C4 -     act autonomously in planning and in implementing tasks.

C5 -     Ability to Interpret user research data using cultural studies research frameworks.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 -     utilise a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject relevant to the discipline;

P2 -     formulate and undertake the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality in a rational and pragmatic way

P3 -     utilise high levels of numeracy, computer literacy and attention to detail when dealing with specific software tools;

P4 -     the ability to analyse a new opportunities from which to create new products/services incorporating cultural studies insights.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 –     act professionally – including acting in accordance with ethical conduct;

T2 -      problem solve – including clarification of questions, consideration of alternative solutions and evaluation of outcomes;

T3 -      communicate – including visual, written and oral presentation and discussions;

T4 -      self manage – including self-learning, and project and time management;

T5 –     use methods and methodologies applicable to teamwork;

T6 -      communicate ideas, concepts, theories, and arguments with different audiences through a range of practical methods and outcomes including visual, written and oral.

4. Programme structure

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To enable students to gain a systematic and critical awareness of current issues and debates in the analysis of media and creative industries.
• To foster students’ ability to critically analyse current research and advanced scholarship about economic, social, cultural, political and historical dimensions of the creative industries in a global context;
• To develop students’ skills and competencies in a comprehensive range of research methods and techniques relevant to the investigation of media and creative industries.
• To enable students to interpret, evaluate and apply advanced knowledge of media and creative industries in an innovative way
• To prepare students for employment in diverse professional environments through a combination of independent work and industry exposure.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Benchmark Statement for Communication, Media, Film and Cultural Studies, the QAA, 2008

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of the programme, students should be able to explain in a systematic, comprehensive and critical way:

K1.       The major traditions, theories and frameworks of inquiry relevant to the analysis of media and creative industries and their social, political, economic and cultural contexts.

K2.       The major arguments and issues in contemporary debates about the social, economic, political and historical character of the media and creative industries;

K3.       The global development and operation of media and creative industries.

K4.       The major arguments and issues in contemporary debates about the impact of the digital age on the creative industries;

K5.       The historical expansion of communications media, the institutionalisation of media systems, various audiences’ uses of the media, and the implications of new media for cultural life.

K6.       The range of relevant research methods employed in the analysis of media and creative industries;

K7        Critically evaluate the ways in which study of a complementary subject deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence and operation of the Media and Creative Industries.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

P1.       Engage with major thinkers, debates and intellectual paradigms within the fields of media, communication and culture, critiquing and synthesising the insights gained in their own analytical work;

P2.       Demonstrate their capacity to design and carry out appropriate research strategies to address the issues they have selected for sustained investigation in self-chosen projects;

P3.       Analyse new and emerging trends and interrogate both common sense understanding and received wisdom in relevant areas of inquiry;

P4.       Discuss and evaluate historical transformations in media and creative industries and their social, political, economic and cultural contexts and wield this understanding in appraising current patterns of development, such as cultural globalisation and media convergence.

P5.       Discuss their self-designed research and the issues it raises reflexively.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme students should be able, with reference to media communication and culture, to:

C1.      Generate research data according to set procedures and methods;

C2.      Independently organise, classify and critically evaluate information gathered in the course of their projects and assignments;

C3.      Apply advanced concepts and theorises drawn from media and communications studies and associated disciplines to empirical evidence relevant to media and creative industries.

C4.      Locate and interpret industry practices, data and policy documents

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to: 

T1.       Critically evaluate a range of academic and industry sources;

T2.       Communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences;

T3.       Deploy qualitative and quantitative research techniques

T4.       Plan, organise and manage, with appropriate supervision, a significant self-directed project;

T5.       Work flexibly, creatively and independently, displaying a high degree of self-direction and initiative;

4. Programme structure

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

**Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 4 optional modules to complete the MA Media and Creative Industries

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To enhance design skills and knowledge through theoretical and practical application individually and in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop collaborative behaviour through active learning and team work, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• To enable graduates to develop their critical thinking and insight to improve their effectiveness as designers.
• To enable graduates to develop their analytical and research skills through undertaking a substantial design and evaluation project with a focus on a particular area of design.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
  • In part, Design and economic, social and Environmental context applicable to MEng : UKEC

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

K1 -     current problems and/or new insights of their academic discipline;

K2 -     techniques applicable to their own subject area;

K3 -     to evaluate the design process in relation to other functions to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer

K4 -     the major arguments and issues in Design Innovation practice

K5 -     Critically evaluate the ways in which study of a complementary subject deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Design Innovation practice

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 -     Demonstrate ability to advance their existing knowledge in their area and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level

C2 -     formulate decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations;

C3 -     identify with, respond to, and critically reflect upon the opportunities and dynamics for learning with their peers and other external contexts;

C4 -     act autonomously in planning and in implementing tasks.

C5 -     Interpret user research data and policy documents.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 -     utilise a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject relevant to the discipline;

P2 -     formulate and undertake the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality in a rational and pragmatic way

P3 -     utilise high levels of numeracy, computer literacy and attention to detail when dealing with specific software tools;

P4 -     recognise and analyse new opportunities from which to create a new products/services.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 –     act professionally – including acting in accordance with ethical conduct;

T2 -      problem solve – including clarification of questions, consideration of alternative solutions and evaluation of outcomes;

T3 -      communicate – including visual, written and oral presentation and discussions;

T4 -      self manage – including self-learning, and project and time management;

T5 –     use methods and methodologies applicable to teamwork;

T6 -      communicate ideas, concepts, theories, and arguments with different audiences through a range of practical methods and outcomes including visual, written and oral.

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

Students will complete the MSc or MA pathway based on the choice of a Business/Electrical Engineering Second Subject (MSc) or a Social Science Subject (MA)

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To enhance design skills and knowledge through theoretical and practical application individually and in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop collaborative behaviour through active learning and team work, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• To enable graduates to develop their critical thinking and insight to improve their effectiveness as designers.
• To enable graduates to develop their analytical and research skills through undertaking a substantial innovation management design and evaluation project
• Develop the critical analysis skills required to evaluate and reflect on the innovation process and the behaviours required to manage innovation in the design process

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
  • In part, Design and economic, social and Environmental context applicable to MEng : UKEC

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

K1 -     current problems and/or new insights of their academic discipline;

K2 -     techniques applicable to their own subject area;

K3 -     To evaluate the design process in relation to other functions to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer

K4 -     the major arguments and issues in design innovation management practice

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 -     Demonstrate ability to advance their existing knowledge in their area and understanding, and to develop new skills to a high level

C2 -     formulate decision-making in complex and unpredictable situations;

C3 -     identify with, respond to, and critically reflect upon the opportunities and dynamics for learning with their peers and other external contexts;

C4 -     act autonomously in planning and in implementing tasks.

C5 -     Interpret Business data and policy documents

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 -     the ability to use a range of techniques and research methods applicable to advanced scholarship in the subject relevant to the discipline;

P2 -     formulate and undertake the practical steps necessary for a concept to become reality in a rational and pragmatic way

P3 -     utilise high levels of numeracy, computer literacy and attention to detail when dealing with specific software tools;

P4 -     the ability to analyse a new business opportunities from which to create new products/services.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 –     act professionally – including acting in accordance with ethical conduct;

T2 -      problem solve – including clarification of questions, consideration of alternative solutions and evaluation of outcomes;

T3 -      communicate – including visual, written and oral presentation and discussions;

T4 -      self manage – including self-learning, and project and time management;

T5 –     use methods and methodologies applicable to teamwork;

T6 -      communicate ideas, concepts, theories, and arguments with different audiences through a range of practical methods and outcomes including visual, written and oral.

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To provide specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of the study of and the relationship between diplomacy and international business and trade deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with the specific subject area.
• To enable students to acquire a critical awareness of the current issues involved in the study of the relations between diplomacy, international business and trade.
• To provide training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• To offer opportunities for independent study and research within the related fields of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• To equip students with the skills to pursue careers as trained specialists in diplomacy with particular reference to international business and trade.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

This programme has been developed in line with:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
  • The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
    • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
    • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
    • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
    • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
    • Masters Degrees in Business and Management Benchmark Statement (QAA, 2007) 3.82 Type 2 (Career Development Graduates).  The degree will develop all of the skills identified in 3.10 of the benchmark statement. 

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 Concepts and Theoretical Approaches to the study of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• K2 Current issues affecting the practice of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• K3 Research methods appropriate to the study and practice of diplomacy and related fields.
• K4 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens understanding of the influence of Diplomacy.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Identify and critical evaluate concepts and theories appropriate to the study of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• C2 Identify and critically apply concepts and theories to case studies of diplomacy with particular reference to international business and trade.
• C3 Identify case studies for analysis in diplomacy, international business and trade..
• C4 Demonstrate skills of research design and research methodology relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Formulate research questions and research strategies for studying diplomacy and related fields.
• P2 Develop research frameworks for the completion of an independent research project/dissertation pertaining to diplomacy and related fields.
• P3 Demonstrate timely management of a research project that is consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics in the field of diplomacy, international business and trade.
• P4 Manage research materials and findings relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Undertake independent study and research in diplomacy and related fields.
• T2 Design and complete a research project, manage data, and demonstrate independent learning.
• T3 Demonstrate decision making abilities in complex situations and exercise of initiative and leadership.
• T4 Demonstrate written and oral communication and ICT skills.
• T5 Discuss networking, team working and management skills. 

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students taking single subject masters will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

 **Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 4 optional modules in semester two to complete the MSc Diplomacy, Business and Trade.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To provide specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of the study of and the relationship between diplomacy and communication and information management deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with the specific subject area.
• To enable students to acquire a critical awareness of the current issues involved in the study of the relations between diplomacy, communication and information management.
• To provide training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy, communication and information management.
• To offer opportunities for independent study and research within the related fields of diplomacy, communication and information management.
• To equip students with the skills to pursue careers as trained specialists in diplomacy with particular reference to communication and information management.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

This programme has been developed in line with:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
  • The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
    • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
    • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
    • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
    • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
    • Masters Degrees in Business and Management Benchmark Statement (QAA, 2007) 3.82 Type 2 (Career Development Graduates).  The degree will develop all of the skills identified in 3.10 of the benchmark statement. 

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 Concepts and Theoretical Approaches to the study of diplomacy, communication and information management.
• K2 Current issues affecting the practice of diplomacy, communication and information management.
• K3 Research methods appropriate to the study and practice of diplomacy and related fields.
• K4 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens understanding of the influence of Diplomacy.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Identify and critical evaluate concepts and theories appropriate to the study of diplomacy and related fields.
• C2 Identify and critically apply concepts and theories to case studies of diplomacy and related fields.
• C3 Identify case studies for analysis in diplomacy and related fields.
• C4 Demonstrate skills of research design and research methodology relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Formulate research questions and research strategies for studying diplomacy and related fields.
• P2 Develop research frameworks for the completion of an independent research project/dissertation pertaining to diplomacy and related fields.
• P3 Demonstrate timely management of a research project that is consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics in the field of diplomacy, communication and information management..
• P4 Manage research materials and findings relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Undertake independent study and research in diplomacy, communication and information management.
• T2 Design and complete a research project, manage data, and demonstrate independent learning.
• T3 Demonstrate decision making abilities in complex situations and exercise of initiative and leadership.
• T4 Demonstrate written and oral communication and ICT skills.
• T5 Discuss networking, team working and management skills. 

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students taking single subject masters will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

**Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 4 optional modules in semester two to complete the MSc Diplomacy, Communication and Information Management.

All students taking MSc International Diplomacy, Communication and Information Management will be given specific guidance on optional choices to help them make the correct choice for their chosen career development path.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To provide specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of diplomacy deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with the specific subject area.
• To enable students to acquire a critical awareness of the current issues involved in the study of diplomacy.
• To provide training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy.
• To offer opportunities for independent study and research within the field of diplomacy.
• To equip students with the skills to pursue careers as trained specialists in diplomacy.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

This programme has been developed in line with:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
  • The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
    • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
    • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
    • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
    • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
    • Masters Degrees in Business and Management Benchmark Statement (QAA, 2007) 3.82 Type 2 (Career Development Graduates).  The degree will develop all of the skills identified in 3.10 of the benchmark statement.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 Concepts and Theoretical Approaches associated with the study of diplomacy and related fields.
• K2 Current issues affecting the practice of diplomacy and related fields.
• K3 Research methods appropriate to the study and practice of diplomacy and related fields.
• K5 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens understanding of the influence of Diplomacy.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Identify and critical evaluate concepts and theories appropriate to the study of diplomacy and related fields.
• C2 Identify and critically apply concepts and theories to case studies of diplomacy and related fields.
• C3 Identify case studies for analysis in diplomacy and related fields.
• C4 Demonstrate skills of research design and research methodology relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Formulate research questions and research strategies for studying diplomacy and related fields.
• P2 Develop research frameworks for the completion of an independent research project/dissertation pertaining to diplomacy and related fields.
• P3 Demonstrate timely management of a research project on diplomacy that is consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics in the field of diplomacy and related fields.
• P4 Manage research materials and findings relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Undertaking independent study and research
• T2 Design and complete a research project, manage data, and demonstrate independent learning.
• T3 Demonstrate decision making abilities in complex situations and exercise of initiative and leadership.
• T4 Demonstrate written and oral communication and ICT skills.
• T5 Discuss networking, team working and management skills. 

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students taking single subject masters will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

**Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 4 optional modules in semester two to complete the MSc Diplomacy, Statecraft and Foreign Policy.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• Develop an understanding of the importance of  an entrepreneurial attitude in individuals and organisations
• Develop students critical thinking in order to evaluate the factors affecting the success of the innovation process
• Use action based learning to develop insight into the complexity of the innovation process, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• Develop students awareness of the help and information available to new organisations and the sources of funding they can attract
• To provide students with the skills of advanced networking and team working in order to compete in a rapidly changing business environment

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 The complexity of the innovation process and its importance in the current economic climate
• K2 The academic theories of entrepreneurship and the interconnectedness between entrepreneurial tendencies and resulting behaviour
• K3 The interrelationships between an organisations environment and its potential to succeed in the global market place
• K4 The diverse influences on the innovation process from a multidisciplinary perspective

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Analyse data and information in the context of current thinking in the field of innovation management in order to make effective decisions
• C2 Recognise the benefits of self-reflection for personal development
• C3 Recognise the components of entrepreneurial behaviour and the value of taking decisive action to influence organisational success.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Demonstrate rational use of business and risk analysis tools to analyse company performance
• P2 Synthesise information from appropriate sources such as intellectual property databases and advise on strategic positioning for an organisation
• P3 Demonstrate effective communication to persuade and influence stakeholders
• P4 Evaluate the funding needs of a new venture and advise on future strategy in the context of the current economic climate

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Select and use appropriate investigative and research skills
• T2 Critically evaluate a range of academic and industry sources and effectively summarise these in a range of written formats
• T3 Work flexibly and creatively in a team whilst recognising the contribution of individuals with a range of diverse skills
• T4 Communicate effectively with specialist and non-specialist audiences

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester.  All students will be given specific guidance on these optional choices to support them in their chosen career path:

Second Subject Modules:

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

This course aims to:

• Develop students’ knowledge and expertise in Internet and media clouds through practical application analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the Internet and communication networks, media clouds for storage and processing, whilst creating knowledge on how to manage increasing audio/visual user data
• Develop students’ critical thinking to assess the development, evaluation and implementation of the future Internet architectures with media cloud structures and other related application areas
• Use action-based learning to provide individuals and teams with employment skills essential to the digital/tech industry

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes, Engineering Council UK, 3^rd Edition 2014.
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: Engineering Technician, Incorporated Engineer and Chartered Engineer Standard, Engineering Council UK, 2013.
• Proposals for National Arrangements for the Use of Academic Credit in Higher Education in England: Final Report of the Burgess Group, December 2006.
• The Northern Ireland Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (NICATS): Principles and Guidelines, 2002.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and systematic understanding of…

K1 Internet and media clouds and their application

K2 Internet and communication networks

K3 media clouds for usage for storage and processing

K4 Integration of media clouds into the Internet architectures

K5 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Digital Technologies

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 understand how to use the Internet and media clouds to generate innovative services

C2 critically evaluate how the Internet and media clouds can be exploited in an efficient way to serve the users

C3 combine their knowledge of Internet and media clouds as part of the process of creating Internet services and problem solving

C4 propose novel solutions in the  design of media clouds to ease the internet load and increase user satisfaction      

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 exploit their deep analytical skills in developing fixed and mobile Internet systems

P2 demonstrate knowledge and skills in media clouds and their integration within the Internet systems

P3 combine the Internet and cloud systems for service creation

P4 think laterally and originally to create innovative and practical internet applications based on cloud facilities

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 present their technical and communication skills and experience clearly in a manner that could be understood by a wide audience, including potential employers

T2   demonstrate a high degree of subject knowledge that would support a wide research field in Internet and media cloud areas, including those involving creativity and innovation.

T3 demonstrate comprehensive subject knowledge in Internet and media clouds

T4 generate new ideas and concepts

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

~Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 3 optional modules to complete the MSc in Internet and Media Clouds.  

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable.

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

This course aims to:

• Develop students’ knowledge and expertise in Internet and media cloud development and their application in current and future business models
• Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the Internet and communication networks, media clouds for storage and processing, whilst creating knowledge on how to manage increasing audio/visual user data
• Develop students’ critical thinking to assess the development, evaluation and implementation of future Internet architectures with media cloud structures and other related application areas
• Develop students’ critical thinking in order to evaluate the factors affecting the success of the innovation process
• Use action-based learning to provide individuals and teams with employment skills essential to the digital/tech industry

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes, Engineering Council UK, 3^rd Edition 2014.
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: Engineering Technician, Incorporated Engineer and Chartered Engineer Standard, Engineering Council UK, 2013.
• Proposals for National Arrangements for the Use of Academic Credit in Higher Education in England: Final Report of the Burgess Group, December 2006.
• The Northern Ireland Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (NICATS): Principles and Guidelines, 2002.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and systematic understanding of:

K1 Internet and media clouds

K2 business and enterprise

K3 how technological knowledge can be combined with business skills

K4 business opportunities presented by the use of Internet media clouds

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

C1 understand how to use the Internet more effectively in terms of communication and resource management, and  be able to understand the implications of various applications

C2 examining technological aspects of combining the Internet and media clouds for service generation

C3 employ Internet and media clouds technologies and business skills jointly

C4 apply their knowledge to adapt existing and create new internet and media clouds applications that can have business value

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

P1 exploit their deep analytical knowledge in the development of fixed and mobile Internet systems

P2 utilise their thorough knowledge of media clouds  and their integration within the Internet layer

P3 analyse and evaluate the interaction between business and technology in the context of Internet media clouds technology

P4 create and assess novel Internet business ideas

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

T1 demonstrate business and technical skills in Internet media clouds

T2 identify business opportunities in technology

T3 show technical competency with understanding of related business and entrepreneurial aspects

T4 demonstrate the ability to generate new ideas and present these to a wide audience

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students must choose and complete any 2 of the SBE optional modules and any 2 of the EESE optional modules to complete the MSc in Internet Media Clouds with Business taking a maximum of 4 modules in each semester.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

This course aims to:

• Develop students’ knowledge and expertise in Internet systems and technologies through practical application analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• Develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the Internet service businesses, including the ability to spot trends and gaps in the market and to develop ideas that respond to identified needs
• Develop students’ critical thinking in order to evaluate the factors affecting the success of the innovation process
• Use action-based learning to provide individuals and teams with employment skills essential to the digital/tech industry

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes, Engineering Council UK, 3^rd Edition 2014.
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: Engineering Technician, Incorporated Engineer and Chartered Engineer Standard, Engineering Council UK, 2013.
• Proposals for National Arrangements for the Use of Academic Credit in Higher Education in England: Final Report of the Burgess Group, December 2006.
• The Northern Ireland Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (NICATS): Principles and Guidelines, 2002.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate thorough knowledge and systematic understanding of:

K1 Internet technologies

K2 business and enterprise

K3 combining technological knowledge with business skills

K4 Internet generated business opportunities

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

C1 understand how to use the Internet more effectively and also be able to examine the technical implications of various applications

C2 exploit their technical knowledge to critically analyse and develop advanced Internet applications

C3 demonstrate the ability to use their knowledge and experience to combine Internet technologies with business skills jointly in an advantageous way

C4 utilise their knowledge to formulate a business case for novel Internet based systems

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

P1 use their deep analytical skills to evaluate fixed and mobile Internet technologies

P2 demonstrate knowledge on how to analyse and use Internet technologies in the context of service creation

P3 evaluate and analyse Internet technologies in a business context and thereby influence Internet technologies & service creation

P4 exploit their knowledge to develop Internet based business opportunities

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

T1 communicate their work to a wide audience clearly

T2 identify business opportunities in technology

T3 demonstrate technical competency with understanding of related business and entrepreneurial aspects

T4 generate own innovative ideas and concepts

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 5 SBE optional modules and any 3 of the 7 EESE optional modules to complete the MSc in Internet Technologies with Business.  2 of these modules must be completed in semester 1 and 3 in Semester 2 with one business module in semester 1 and 1 in Semester 2. 

All students taking MSc Internet Technologies with Business will be given specific guidance on optional choices to help them make the correct choice for their chosen career path.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• Develop students critical thinking in order to evaluate the factors affecting the success of the innovation process and its application in creative organisations
• Use action based learning to develop insight into the complexity of the innovation process, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• To develop students understanding of the innovation and design processes, analysing and evaluating their use through practical and theoretical projects
• To develop students approach to user centred innovation opportunities
• To equip students with the insight to consider the future to inform design solutions and business strategy
• To provide students with the skills of advanced networking and team working in order to compete in a rapidly changing business environment

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 The complexity of the innovation process and its importance in the current economic climate
• K2 The academic theories of entrepreneurship and the interconnectedness between entrepreneurial tendencies and resulting behaviour
• K3 The interrelationships between an organisations environment and its potential to succeed in the global market place
• K4 The evaluation of the design process in relation to other functions in order to provide sustainable solutions to problems and have strategies for being an effective designer

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Analyse data and information in the context of current thinking in the field of innovation management in creative organisations in order to make effective decisions
• C2 Recognise the benefits of self-reflection for personal development
• C3 Recognise the components of entrepreneurial behaviour and the value of taking decisive action to influence organisational success.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Demonstrate rational use of business and risk analysis tools to analyse company performance in the creative sector
• P2 Synthesise information from appropriate sources such as design right databases and advise on strategic positioning for an organisation
• P3 Demonstrate effective communication to persuade and influence stakeholders

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Select and use appropriate investigative and research skills
• T2 Critically evaluate a range of academic and industry sources and effectively summarise these in a range of written formats
• T3 Work flexibly and creatively in a team whilst recognising the contribution of individuals with a range of diverse skills
• T4 Communicate effectively with specialist and non-specialist audiences

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

This course aims to:

• Develop students’ knowledge and expertise in the latest mobile and wireless technologies through practical application analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• Develop students’ knowledge of Internet technologies and applications, broadband, mobile, and wireless communication networks
• Develop students’ critical thinking to assess the development, evaluation and implementation of current and future Internet architectures and related application areas in mobile Internet
• Use action-based learning to provide individuals and teams with employment skills essential to the digital/tech industry

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes, Engineering Council UK, 3^rd Edition 2014.
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: Engineering Technician, Incorporated Engineer and Chartered Engineer Standard, Engineering Council UK, 2013.
• Proposals for National Arrangements for the Use of Academic Credit in Higher Education in England: Final Report of the Burgess Group, December 2006.
• The Northern Ireland Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (NICATS): Principles and Guidelines, 2002.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and systematic understanding of…

K1 Internet systems especially mobile Internet 

K2 user mobility and Internet technologies limitations

K3 future Internet technologies and their expected implications on various Internet services

K4 Internet mobility management and communication channel variations

K5 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Digital Technologies

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 understand in depth how to develop new Internet systems

C2 critically evaluate new Internet supporting technologies and services

C3 generate innovative Internet architectures for the future service demands

C4 exploit knowledge to propose advanced internet applications for fixed and mobile users

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 analyse and evaluate Internet problems related to  existing technologies

P2 understand and develop improved solutions to mobile Internet services

P3 create innovative Mobile Internet services and develop the necessary building blocks to synthesise such systems

P4 exploit their technical knowledge to create novel internet technologies

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 communicate their work via technological platforms

T2 use their knowledge to propose technological solutions for problems and support them with the necessary evidence

T3 generate new technological concepts in creation and innovation of future digital technologies

T4 demonstrate technical knowledge and skill in developing their own ideas

4. Programme structure

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

~ In the second semester students must choose and complete any 2 of the 3 optional modules to complete the MSc. Mobile Internet. 

All students taking MSc Mobile Internet will be given specific guidance on optional choices to help them make the correct choice for their chosen career path.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• To provide specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of the study of and the relationship between diplomacy and international security and peace-building deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with the specific subject area.
• To enable students to acquire a critical awareness of the current issues involved in the study of the relations between diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• To provide training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• To offer opportunities for independent study and research within the related fields of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• To equip students with the skills to pursue careers as trained specialists in diplomacy with particular reference to international security and peace-building.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

This programme has been developed in line with:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
  • The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
    • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
    • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
    • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
    • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
    • Masters Degrees in Business and Management Benchmark Statement (QAA, 2007) 3.82 Type 2 (Career Development Graduates).  The degree will develop all of the skills identified in 3.10 of the benchmark statement. 
      

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 Concepts and Theoretical Approaches to the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• K2 Current issues affecting the practice of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• K3 Research methods appropriate to the study and practice of diplomacy and related fields.
• K4 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens understanding of the influence of Diplomacy.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 Identify and critical evaluate concepts and theories appropriate to the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• C2 Identify and critically apply concepts and theories to case studies of diplomacy with particular reference to international security and peace-building.
• C3 Identify case studies for analysis in diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• C4 Demonstrate skills of research design and research methodology relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 Formulate research questions and research strategies for studying diplomacy and related fields.
• P2 Develop research frameworks for the completion of an independent research project/dissertation pertaining to diplomacy and related fields.
• P3 Demonstrate timely management of a research project that is consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics in the field of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
• P4 Manage research materials and findings relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Undertaking independent study and research
• T2 Design and complete a research project, manage data, and demonstrate independent learning.
• T3 Demonstrate decision making abilities in complex situations and exercise of initiative and leadership.
• T4 Demonstrate written and oral communication and ICT skills.
• T5 Discuss networking, team working and management skills. 

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students taking single subject masters will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

**Students must choose and complete any 2 of the 4 optional modules in semester two to complete the MSc Security, Peace-building and Diplomacy. 

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• Use action based learning to develop insight into the knowledge and skills required for  innovation in the sports industries
• Develop the critical analysis skills required to evaluate and reflect on the innovation process and the behaviours required to manage innovation in the sports industry
• To develop a critical understanding of the dynamics of the sport business sector
• To provide students with the skills of advanced networking and team working in order to compete in a rapidly changing business environment

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Subject benchmark for the Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism group

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• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and management, the QAA, 2007

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

• K1 key concepts and theories associated with business innovation and entrepreneurship
• K2 the nature of the international sports markets and the operating environment of sport industries

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• C1 understand and apply concepts and theories relevant to the sport business sector
• C2 critically analyse business strategy and practice

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• P1 conduct a market/company analysis
• P2 Analyse and evaluate the business strategy of a sport organisation/business
• P3 Identify and evaluate the resource requirements for new businesses
• P4 Design, conduct and evaluate a small scale research project

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

• T1 Manage their own self-directed learning
• T2 Communicate effectively both in writing and orally
• T3 Demonstrate skills in the use of information technology
• T4 Demonstrate skills in data analysis
• T5 Work effectively as part of a team

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students must choose and complete any 1 optional from the 3 optional modules in the first semester.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

• Analyse and evaluate leadership challenges and responses facing middle management and senior management sport professionals
• Develop students as sports leaders through practical application and team work, analysing and evaluating problems and responding to sport leadership challenges in real time.
• Develop a critical understanding of the social, environmental and economic issues that are essential to leadership in sport
• Develop students critical thinking to assess the development, evaluation and implementation of innovation as a process and its application to sport leadership
• Recognise the importance or research in improving leadership practice
• Demonstrate an ability to complete a research project that investigates sport leadership
• Develop sport leaders who have the leadership skills that have specific application to the challenges confronting sport organisations 

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Subject benchmark for the Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism group

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• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Business and Management, the QAA, 2007
• Accreditation by the Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

• K1 Leadership and strategic capabilities in a local and global sport context.

• K2 Cognitive and behavioural leadership habits which lead to appropriate actions where innovation and influence are required.
• K3 Their own capacity for leadership as well as leadership in others through and examination of and reflection on the actions of leaders and followers.

• K4 The role of leadership in establishing ethical business practices and organisational integrity in the sport environment.
• K5 Critically evaluate the ways in which study of a complementary subject deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Leadership in sport. 

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• C1 Develop a thorough grounding in the main leadership theories, concepts, and issues.
• C2 Understand the relevance of leadership theory to the sport environment and the student’s biography of experience.

• C3 Understand the nature of leadership construction in a social context.
• C4 Learn how to leverage sports and lead sport organisations for greater social, environmental and economic good. 

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• P1 Engage with leadership theories and to apply them to their own circumstances.
• P2 Explore the nexus between student knowledge and understanding of leadership, their personal ambitions, work/life integration, and experiences.
• P3 Analyse contemporary issues that allow students to apply leadership theories and explore leadership in ‘real’ situations within the context of sport.

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• T1 Develop skills in the assessment of leadership and the identification of leadership development.
• T2 Develop conceptual understanding of the influence of leadership on individual and group behaviour in organisations.
• T3 Challenge the ethical and moral standards and priorities that leaders apply to business and professional behaviour.
• T4 Identify leadership styles and strengths and map steps to improve leadership capacity.
• T5 Develop research skills that will allow students to complete a research project.

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

**Students must choose and complete any 1 of the 3 optional modules in semester two to complete the MSc Sport Leadership

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

Programme summary

1. Programme Aims

This course aims to:

• Develop students’ knowledge and expertise in multimedia signal capturing, rendering, coding, processing & adaptation through practical application analysing and evaluating problems and responding to challenges in real time
• Develop students’ critical thinking to assess the development, evaluation and implementation of high-end home and low-end mobile media applications in response to addressing real world problems/opportunities
• Develop students’ critical thinking to assess media applications through user interaction techniques, human perception and quality of experience assessment methods
• Use action-based learning to provide individuals and teams with employment skills essential to the digital/tech industry

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external and internal reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

• UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
  • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
  • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
• The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
  • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
  • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
  • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
  • Chapter B6: Assessment of students
• Master’s Degree Subject Benchmark for Engineering, the QAA, 2015
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes, Engineering Council UK, 3^rd Edition 2014.
• UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence: Engineering Technician, Incorporated Engineer and Chartered Engineer Standard, Engineering Council UK, 2013.
• Proposals for National Arrangements for the Use of Academic Credit in Higher Education in England: Final Report of the Burgess Group, December 2006.
• The Northern Ireland Credit Accumulation and Transfer System (NICATS): Principles and Guidelines, 2002.

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and systematic understanding of…

K1 multimedia signals and their related applications

K2 capturing, rendering, coding & adaptation of multimedia signals

K3 high-end home and low-end mobile applications

K4 Multimedia coding for communication and storage

K5 Demonstrate intended learning outcomes of a complementary subject as this will help students to appreciate how such study deepens knowledge and understanding of the influence of Digital Technologies

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

C1 understand how to capture, render, and perform coding & adaptation of multimedia signals

C2 critically evaluate interaction techniques with human perception and perform quality of experience assessments for various multimedia applications

C3 exploit knowledge to design new multimedia applications

C4 optimise the media chain for the highest QoE

b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

P1 use their deep analytical skills in fixed and mobile communication multimedia applications development

P2 demonstrate skills in media (2D/3D) capturing and rendering

P3 devise techniques and methodologies to assess users’ experience

P4 think laterally and originally to create innovative and practical media system applications

c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

T1 present their technical and communication skills and experience clearly in a manner that could be understood by a wide audience, including potential employers.

T2 demonstrate a high degree of subject knowledge that would support a wide research field in media and media-applications areas, including those involving creativity and innovation.

T3 competently lead media applications development projects on the basis of the deep technical and project management skills they have acquired from the programme.

T4 demonstrate aptitude for generating new ideas and concepts.

4. Programme structure

List compulsory and optional modules in each Part semester (Code, title, modular weight).

*Students will pick a second subject from the list of nominated second subject modules (below) offered by the other LUiL Institutes in the first semester:

Second Subject Modules:

~Students must choose and complete any 3 of the 6 optional modules to complete the MSc. In Digital Media Systems.  ^In the second semester students can opt to exchange 1 SEESE optional module for 1 SBE module.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to progress be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not applicable.