MSc Computer Networks and Security at University of Essex

Programme overview

The MSc Computer Networks and Security is a one- or two-year degree studied at our Colchester Campus. You’ll develop in-demand expertise in current and future internet protocols, programming networked services and securing them. The MSc Computer Networks and Security gives you a practical approach to computer networking and software engineering.

What you will study

Core and compulsory modules: Year 1: MSc Project and Dissertation, Network Security, IP Networking and Applications, Programming for Data Scientists, Computer Security, Professional Practice and Research Methodology.

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Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree in one of the following subjects (with no module requirements): Artificial Intelligence Computing Computer Engineering Computer Games Computer Networks Computer Science Software Engineering We will also consider applicants with any other 2:2 degree or above which includes: At least one Computing module, such as: Computer Architecture Computer Systems Database Software Engineering Operating Systems Web Development AND At least one Maths module, such as: Algebra Calculus Differential Equations Probability and Statistics Mathematics AND At least one Signals and Systems module, such as: AI / Artificial Intelligence Automation and Control Engineering Computer Systems Control Engineering Control Systems Control Technology Control Theory Digital Analysis Digital Design Digital Electronics Digital Image Processing Digital Logic Design Embedded Systems Image Processing Microprocessors Operating Systems Signal and Systems Signal Processing System Hardware Fundamentals Time Series Analysis AND Two or more Programming modules from the following list: C, C# or C++ Data Structures Introduction to Programming Programming Languages Software Engineering Java MATLAB Object Oriented Programming (OOP) Programming Elements Python System Programming Algorithms IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum component score of 5.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,375 a year. Listed for October 2027 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,925 a year. Listed for October 2027 entry. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 1 year

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