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Advanced Computer Networks MSc

University of Derby online learning

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

Develop vital skills in designing, implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting and securing wired and wireless networks
Choose an advanced course aligned to the crucial aspects of the industry-recognised CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching
Build your practical skills in our dedicated Network Development Suite featuring the latest equipment
Learn from experienced computer network specialists and former industry professionals
Tailor your studies to match your professional interests and career ambitions with an in-depth independent project on a theme of your choice
Prepare for a successful career in roles such as network engineer, network developer or network consultant
Gain a firm foundation for conducting high-level research leading to a PhD qualification
The Internet has become an indispensable part of many people’s daily lives. With computer networks forming the underlying infrastructure of the Internet, there is a growing demand for professionals who can keep our online experiences efficient, effective and safe.

About this course

The MSc Advanced Computer Networks delivers excellent employment and earnings potential. Your career prospects include working for network consultancy companies and providing in-house network design, support and management. There is also a growing demand for specialists in network security and network programming.

Alternatively, you could use your learning experiences on the MSc as the basis for undertaking further research leading to a PhD.

An appropriate Honours degree (at least 2.2) or equivalent qualifications/experience in a computing discipline.
If English is not your first language you will need to demonstrate proficiency in English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).

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Subjects

  • Networks
  • Network Training
  • Internet
  • Wireless
  • Network
  • Design
  • Project
  • Industry
  • Management
  • Computer networks

Course programme

What you will study

Postgraduate Certificate

This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and MSc.

For the Postgraduate Certificate, you will study three modules from the list below.

Network Management Concepts

On this module, you will gain an in-depth awareness of the issues involved in the management of large-scale computer networks. You will look at the underlying concepts of network management and associated models, and how to improve the day-to-day running of a network and prevent network failures.

Studying at Masters Level and Research Methods

You will develop your skills to study at masters level to help you plan and execute a research project. This module will also give you an understanding of research design and methodological enquiry.

Advanced Network Switching

We will equip you to design and evaluate switching in complex enterprise networks. You will also study the secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice and video into enterprise networks.

Securing Networks

In this module, you will focus on protecting a network from external and internal threats and will discuss different methods of system breach and the mechanisms for detecting and protecting against them.

Advanced Network Routing

You will develop your abilities to design and evaluate network configurations in an enterprise network. This module concentrates on software optimisation techniques as well as alternative and complementary protocols.

Mobile and Wireless Networking

This module gives you knowledge and understanding of the processes involved in the design and implementation of wireless networks. You will look in depth at the theory behind wireless networks and how this affects their design.

Postgraduate Diploma

You will study a further three modules from those listed under Postgraduate Certificate.

MSc

You will study one module, such as:

Independent Scholarship

During this triple module, you will formulate, research and resolve a commercial IT problem, usually working with our industry partners to help focus attention on specific and real applications. You will present your findings and solution in the form of a masters-level dissertation that you can use to demonstrate your ability to apply your learning
independently and rigorously.

Additional information

UK/EU fee - £850 per 20 credits* (2019/20)

International fee - £14,250 for the full programme (2019/20)

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