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Networking and Data Communications at Kingston University at Penrhyn Road

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:

  • Provide knowledge, skills and a critical appreciation of the principles of data communications.
  • Enable students to analyse a system and design an appropriate, custom solution.
  • Develop subject-related practical skills.
  • Provide students with the opportunities to develop written and oral communication skills;
  • Prepare students for employment, research, further study and lifelong learning by developing their intellectual, problem-solving, practical and key (transferable) skills.

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
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Admission Requirements
Language proficiency (minimum)
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 88
PTE 59
Duolingo Not Accepted
Exam proficiency (minimum)
SAT Not Required / Waiver
ACT Not Required / Waiver
GRE Not Required / Waiver
GMAT Not Required / Waiver
Requirements

Minimum GPA - 70%

Rankings
QS Ranking 601-610
Times Higher Education 801-1000
ARWU --
Webometrics 998
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Shanghai Ranking

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