About The Course

Increasing expectations of ‘anytime anywhere’ access to network facilities (whether from desktop laptop smart phone or tablet) mean there is a constant demand for new protocols and technologies to meet the needs of our technologically reliant society. This course gives you the knowledge and skills to thrive in this fast-paced industry.

Our Computer Networking MSc is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of wired wireless and mobile technologies. You develop the knowledge and technical skills required to design implement manage and secure different types of networks.

Through the course you explore areas such as network systems; computer security; networking administration and management; wireless networking; distributed parallel architectures; advanced security counter-measures; and emerging technologies. You also gain skills in network management and administration including essential security aspects grid-computing and fault tolerance.

Intermediate qualifications available:

• Postgraduate certificate – 60 credits at Master’s level
• Postgraduate diploma – 120 credits at Master’s level

Why choose this course?

• The course is offered via block delivery with six entry points through the academic year so you can start when it most suits you
• Study in our modern STEM building with staff active in networking and security research
• Benefit from using the latest specialised computing equipment including virtualised environments
• Develop your expertise including components of professional qualifications such as CompTIA Linux+ and EC-Council CEH
• This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) the Chartered Institute for IT