ITDS | SPMS

MOBILE CHAT APPLICATION FOR STUDENT-LECTURER INTERACTION

Project Description
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Effective communication plays a vital role in promoting collaboration and enhancing the academic experience, especially at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), where diverse challenges often hinder seamless interaction. To address these gaps, the UENR Connect Mobile Application is being developed as a tailored solution to strengthen communication between students, faculty, and administrative staff. The application will incorporate key features such as real-time messaging, file sharing, virtual academic consultations, and AI-supported study resources. To guarantee security and trust, it will also integrate measures like end-to-end encryption and multi-factor authentication. Designed as a cross-platform solution for both Android and iOS, the system is being developed using modern technologies including Flutter, Node.js, Firebase, and MySQL, ensuring scalability, accessibility, and long-term sustainability.The primary objectives of the project are to streamline access to academic resources, foster effective interactions, and safeguard user data in contexts where digital infrastructure may be limited. Extensive user testing with UENR’s diverse population of students and staff will also be conducted to validate usability, cultural relevance, and overall functionality. The significance of this project lies in its potential to consolidate fragmented communication channels such as WhatsApp groups, physical notice boards, and unreliable email systems into a unified, secure, and user-friendly platform specifically designed for academic purposes. By leveraging affordable mobile technology, the UENR Connect Application aims to bridge connectivity gaps, enhance digital engagement, and create an inclusive and responsive university community.

Mobile App Development: Mobile App Development research in Computer Science and Information Technology focuses on the design, development, and optimization of software applications for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. This area covers a wide range of topics, including user interface design, cross-platform development, mobile operating systems, performance optimization, and security. One key aspect of research in this area is the development of efficient algorithms and frameworks that enable seamless cross-platform compatibility. Researchers explore ways to create apps that function smoothly on multiple operating systems, such as Android and iOS, using a single codebase, reducing development time and costs. This is often achieved through the use of frameworks like React Native, Flutter, and Xamarin. User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design are critical components of mobile app development research. Scholars in this field investigate how to create intuitive, responsive, and engaging interfaces that improve usability and enhance the overall user experience. This includes studying interaction patterns, accessibility, and how users interact with mobile apps across different devices and environments.

The main goal of this project is to create a secure and intelligent mobile chat application that improves communication and collaboration within UENR’s academic community, bringing students, lecturers, and staff together on a unified platform.

2024/2025

Feb 3, 2026

Atimpeh Robert Asowe (UEB3244423), Kyeremaa Hemingle (UEB3224721), Kwarteng Sophia (UEB3277223), Twi Emmanuel Kwame (UEB3206921), and Donkor Benedicta (UEB3206321)

BSc Information Technology