Data Networks and Security - MSc

... United Kingdom
... Birmingham City University

Course Overview

The course is designed to cover a number of advanced topics in data network engineering, namely, network management, network security, network automation, and information security. In addition, you will receive a solid grounding in research methods and project management before undertaking an individual project that provides an opportunity to demonstrate technical and general employability skills in preparation for career progression. More specifically, the individual project simulates typical graduate workplace tasks that require in-depth knowledge and skills in a specific area of computer science and network engineering. This will include consideration of wider issues and the ability to manage activities and resources, as well as generate, implement and report on solutions to meet task objectives. Throughout your studies, youll be supported by our expert teaching staff, all of whom have a wide range of research and industrial experience in areas such as intelligent systems, mobile computing, Semantic Web, machine learning, and software engineering, which they use to enhance the curriculum.

General Eligibility

In order to be considered for a place on this course, you must have passed a relevant honours degree at a minimum of 2:2 or equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • For international students, you should have attained IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Computing


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Campus Name

City Centre


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

1


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

£8,800 , £13,200,


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