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Networking and Data Communications at Kingston University - UCAS

Kingston University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Networking and Data Communications (Taught)

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Reasons to choose Kingston

  • Laboratories include test Local Area Network (LAN) and several types of wireless networks and enterprisescale 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.
  • There are opportunities to carry out a project, or dissertation, in collaboration with industry and research fellowships after your MSc.
  • You will have the opportunity to take a one-year professional placement (on request).
About this course This course offers the knowledge and skills for designing, developing and operating secure IP-basednetworks. It offers practical skills in the specification, design, modelling and implementation of software and hardware. You will gain specialist knowledge of digital communications, multimedia communications, wireless networks and security issues. You will study the technologies of LTE and 5G wireless networks and the Internet of Things. The Management Studies pathway is ideal if you aspire to a management position in the industry. Example modules
  • Network and Information Security
  • Wireless Communications and Networks
  • Data Communications
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage. Career opportunities Suitable roles include algorithm manager, wireless software engineer, and security consultant.

Modules

Example modules: Data Communications; Wireless Communications and Networks; Network and Information Security. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.

Assessment method

Assessment typically comprises exams (e.g. test or exam), practical (e.g. presentations, performance) and coursework (e.g. essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation).

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT

Entry requirements

A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in related discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £19300 Year 1
England £11400 Year 1
Northern Ireland £11400 Year 1
Scotland £11400 Year 1
Wales £11400 Year 1
International £19300 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Networking and Data Communications at Kingston University - UCAS