MSc in Computer Networking
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Key Information
Campus location
Wrexham, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 5,940 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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Introduction
Develop specialist skills required to progress to higher technical and managerial positions.
Practical networking focus, centred around real-world network problem-solving.
Opportunity to complete external Cisco Certification Qualifications.
Key course features
- Opportunity to study computer networking in-depth.
- Lectures/tutorials and practical sessions are enhanced with additional, resource-rich online materials allowing you to continue independent learning through a variety of approaches.
- Taught by staff leading research into the areas of the internet and computer networks.
- Research activities are associated with the university’s research centre.
- Learning progresses from design and building small networks to the techniques required for large public networks.
- Options to complete external Cisco Certification qualifications.
Program Outcome
Why choose this course?
As the demand for specialists in the computer networking industry continues to grow, this course will support you to develop the specialist technical and consultative skills required to progress to higher technical and managerial positions within businesses or work towards doctoral study.
- Concentrate on practical networking rather than abstract concepts or theories in data communications.
- The programme is centred around real-world network problem-solving, the planning, design and development of network services and infrastructures, plus the use and application of current and emerging hardware and protocols.
- Investigate cutting-edge technologies, implement and test novel networking solutions, or develop or analyse original network applications.
Curriculum
What you will study
Students will study 6 core modules worth 20 credits each, followed by a 60 credit dissertation.
Modules
- Postgraduate Study & Research Methods
- Networking Hardware and Software
- Networking Techniques & Technologies
- Remote Access & Security
- Network Protocols & Algorithms
- Technological Horizon-Scanning
- Dissertation
The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Admissions
Career Opportunities
Our Careers and employability service is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps toward a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.
Successful completion of the course enables you to put greater focus on your future career in the field of computer networking. You will have the knowledge and competence necessary to continue to develop professionally in the workplace, or you might also decide to progress onto a higher-level academic investigation.
Previous students have found employment as:
- Computing Consultants
- Network Engineer / Management in Large Internet Companies
- Continued Research to PhD Level
- Teaching in 6th Form Colleges