Computer Networking MSc – funding options available

Computer Networking MSc

Increasing expectations of ‘anytime, anywhere’ access to network facilities (whether from desktop, laptop, smartphone or tablet) means a constant demand for new networking protocols and technologies to keep up with the needs of a technologically reliant society.

Why choose this course?

• Gain an in-depth knowledge of wired, wireless and mobile technologies.
• Develop the knowledge and technical skills required to design, implement, manage and secure different types of networks.
• Study a course that is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT
• Study in our modern STEM building, complete with the latest specialised equipment

Careers

Computer systems, software and engineering are highly interdisciplinary with qualified individuals in continual demand across a variety of fields.

Our courses prepare you for future employment whether you want a general career in IT or are thinking of a particular specialism. We also have courses designed for non-computing graduates who need to apply IT to their current career or want to change career direction.

Studying this course can lead to careers in:

• IT and help-desk support
• network technician or administrator
• systems administrator
• network engineer or architect
• computer networking instructor
• university academic or ICT teacher;
• network infrastructure manager

Further study options include an MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD.

Why study STEM at Beds?

• Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies, which gives you a career advantage from day one.
• We’re continuously investing and developing social and learning spaces to ensure that we’re providing the best facilities to support you throughout your studies including our purpose-built, four storey STEM building, opened in 2019.
• You get the best of all worlds with our campus locations in culturally diverse towns with a long history and strong sense of community, big enough to offer a tempting choice of shops, sports and entertainments.
• Want a bit of the big-city buzz at an affordable cost? Well, London is just a short train journey from Luton and Bedford. Our Luton campus is also conveniently located close to Luton Airport, where you can take advantage of cheap international flights to many destinations in Europe and beyond!

Discover more about this course and funding options available