Computer Networking

Course duration: Full-time, 1 year. Part-time, 2-3 years

Location: Wrexham

Start month: September

A practical industry-focused course which will enable you to plan and develop complex networks. Network technology is used throughout the private and public sector enabling the sharing of information, applications and processes. This area continues to grow so the demand for specialists in this field has never been higher.

This course focuses on practical networking rather than abstract concepts in data communications. Although the necessary background is introduced as appropriate, the course on the whole deals with problem solving and the provisioning of real network services, using current and emergent network hardware and protocols along with the development of applications to exploit these technologies.

In addition to developing an understanding of underlying principles, students are engaged in the practical application of network design, implementation, trouble-shooting and management for real-world problems. For dissertations/theses, students will be expected to investigate cutting-edge technologies, implement and test novel networking solutions, or develop or analyse original network applications.

Key Facts

• Opportunity to study a wide variety of topics in depth
• Optional modules enable you to develop specialist skills in a variety of areas
• Lecture/tutorial 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 computing research group, the Centre for Applied Internet Research (CAIR). Within the Centre are research/ project teams concerned with various aspects of internet technologies and applications including Network Algorithms, Network Design and Management and Human Computer Interaction

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of the course enables you to put greater focus on your future career and educational paths. You will have the knowledge and competence necessary to continue to develop professionally in the workplace. You might take the opportunity to progress to higher-level academic investigation. It is expected that you will be able to gain employment at higher technical and managerial levels, develop particular specialist technical and consultative skills, and be capable of embarking upon Doctoral level study.

Course Content

The course comprises six compulsory taught modules. Personal development planning is an integral part of the learning process of each element of the programme.

• Postgraduate Study and Research Methods
• Networking Hardware and Software
• Networking Techniques & Technologies
• Future & Emerging Technology
• Network Protocols & Algorithms
• Remote Access & Security
• Dissertation / Project

Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirement for the MSc programme is an honours degree of at least 2:2 classification in a Computer Science related subject area, or equivalent in any science-based degree with a strong computing and/or engineering element. In some cases applicants with substantial commercial or industrial experience can be accepted, subject to interview and references.

Assessment

Assessment is through a range of coursework techniques including practical work, on-line tests, reports on lab-based problems and assignments using case studies.

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Alternatively, you can telephone 01978 293082 or email n.houlden@glyndwr.ac.uk