入学要求 Requirement：
学术要求： A minimum of BSc (Hons) 2:2
英语要求：IELTS 6.5 (including 5.5 in writing)
577 TOEFL paper based (including a minimum of 59 in writing)
90-91 TOEFL internet based (including a minimum of 25 in writing)
学费 Tuition Fee：2011/2012 £10,400
课程特征 Course Features：
This programme provides a comprehensive understanding of networked systems and services, in the context of converging computing and telecommunications technologies, covering all levels, from the theoretical concepts to the practical, hands-on tasks.
The programme aims to provide:
•a knowledge of the technologies for effective provision and management of network services
•a high level awareness of the issues arising from the convergence of computing and telecommunications technologies
•a broad grounding in network architectures, protocols and related standards, and a detailed understanding of the underlying technologies
•an understanding of the communication engineering and computing issues related to intelligent communication networks, network design and network management
•an ability to follow a career in the networking and/or telecommunications industry, or in academic research
课程内容 Course Content ：
The programme consists of two taught blocks and an all-year research project.
Autumn block
•Computer systems and networks
•Voice and video over IP
•Incident prevention, detection, and response
•Network security
Spring block
•Multimedia communication networks
•Network monitoring
•Network simulation
•System security
In addition, all students take:
•Research skills and project development
•Personal and professional skills
Year 2 (optional)
• Industrial placement
职业机会 Career Opportunities: The programme provides the students with an in-depth view of the current networking world, from the underlying infrastructure to the latest services. This exposure, ranging from the theoretical aspects to extensive hands-on experience, will provide the graduates with the required knowledge for jobs ranging from network engineer specialists to network consultants.
The strong links with the Centre for Security, Communication and Network Research also provide the students with the required edge for a potential research career.