This course offers the knowledge and skills for designing, developing and operating secure IP-based networks. It offers practical skills in the specification, design, modelling and implementation of software and hardware. Students will gain specialist knowledge of digital communications, multimedia communications, wireless networks and security issues. They will study the technologies of LTE and 5G wireless networks and the Internet of Things.
The aims of the course are to:
Laboratories include test Local Area Network (LAN) and several types of wireless networks and enterprise scale networking technologies, including equipment for testing Internet of Things communication and a mobile edge computing testbed. There is equipment for quality testing and immersive environments, including professional ultra high definition, high-dynamic range (HDR) and light field (plenoptic/holographic) cameras and displays, VR/AR equipment.
The Networking and Data Communications MSc helps to prepare students for roles such as: technical project manager, solutions architect, algorithm manager, wireless software engineer, technical integrations manager, test engineer, RF test automation engineer, Project manager, etc.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Computer Science and IT |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | GBP 0 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 16200 |
| Campus | Penrhyn Road |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 88 |
| PTE | 59 |
| Duolingo | Not Accepted |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
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| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 70%
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