Course summary

• Learn practical and theoretical skills in designing, building, troubleshooting and managing complex secure network systems.
• Use networking labs equipped with the latest Cisco switches, routers and security devices.
• Learn to develop solutions involving enterprise campus design, switching, routing, internet connectivity and cyber security

The MSc Advanced Computer Networks is a technical course aimed at networking enthusiasts with a passion for the high-end technologies of enterprise networks. Experience of Cisco CCNA or working in networking is desirable but not essential. An attempt at the latest Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise Core (300-401 ENCOR - Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies) and an enterprise concentration exam (300-410 ENARSI - Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services) is included in the fee.

 Future careers

This course prepares you for a career as a

• Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)
• Enterprise networking expert
• Network engineer
• Network architect
• IT consultant
• IT manager

Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for

• Cisco Systems
• Sky
• PlusNet
• IBM
• Citrix
• BTModules

• Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.

  Compulsory modulesModuleCreditsAssessmentAdvanced Network Design15Coursework
  Advanced Routing15Coursework
  Practical
  Advanced Switching15Coursework
  Practical
  Dissertation45Coursework
  Enterprise Network Project45Coursework
  Practical
  Network Infrastructure Security15Coursework
  Network Troubleshooting15Coursework
  Research Principles And Practice15Coursework