ObjectivesThis course provides an opportunity for you to • increase the depth of your technical knowledge • develop your computer hardware skills • gain a thorough working knowledge of software engineering • study the latest technology for developing communication and network media and suitable applications • gain the expertise to customise computer systems • design and develop computer networks
Entry requirementsEntry requirements Normal you need at least a second class honours degree from a UK institution in a relevant engineering or science subject, or an equivalent qualification from the UK or overseas. We may also accept other qualifications, for example an HND, backed up with relevant industrial experience.
Academic titleMSc/PgDip/PgCert Computer and Network Engineering
Course descriptionInformation technology, communications and electronics are some of the fastest growing areas of the economy.
Computer networks provide the infrastructure for most • businesses • educational institutions • retailers • manufacturers • public services. And many companies increasingly rely on computer and networkengineering, which is now a global discipline.
This course is hardware-based, and examines the design, specification, and integration of current and next generation computer and communications network technologies. It is ideal for professionals from communications, hardware design and development. And it is particularly useful for people working in companies that rely on constant innovation.
Associated careers
The course is ideal for professionals with communications and hardware design and development backgrounds, who may be wanting to move into the area of network design and applications.
After successfully completing this course you will be able to customise computer systems and be proficient in designing and developing computernetworks.
Course content
The course has two main themes, communication and networks, and computerengineering. You study eight modules plus a major project.
Communications and network modules
At least three from • communication engineering • communication Media • communication networks • network applications
Computerengineering modules
At least three from • microprocessor engineering • object-oriented methods • operating systems • software engineering
Option modules
Up to two from • applicable artificial intelligence • business process management • digital signal processing • modern computer architectures