MSc Computer Systems and Networking  MSc Computer Systems and Networking University of Greenwich ../webroot/files/Institutions/cover_photo/1533886750University-of-Greenwich.jpg

This is a focused programme of study involving advanced networking, software development technologies and architectures for the design and management of modern distributed computer systems and networks. This programme aims to provide graduates with the deep knowledge, skills and understanding required to allow them to contribute to the planning, design and management of modern network based computer systems. Students will gain the understanding of current technologies and architectures necessary for the network and communications infrastructure of enterprise computer systems. Students are also expected to gain the necessary skills to develop and design modern distributed software systems using appropriate technologies, architectures and techniques (e.g. distributed component technologies, web applications technologies, web-enabled distributed databases, e-commerce, data warehousing and data mining) and to understand the advanced network technologies supporting the upper layers, together with their planning, management and security. The focus of this programme is on a software engineering approach based on sound modern software engineering project management methods, tools and techniques, which enable an integrated lifecycle systems development view. Typical content The following is an indication of current programme content. However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, may vary in future years. Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available. Masters students take 120 credits of taught courses and undertake a 60 credit project. Core courses: * Project and dissertation (60 credits including a 15-credit course in Research Methods) - a substantial individual project of your choice, in the field of networking * Advanced Network Technologies (30 credits) * Network Security (15 credits) * Network Management (15 Credits) Options (to a total of 60 credits) chosen from: * Software Engineering Management (15 Credits) * Enterprise Software Engineering Development (15 Credits) * Software Tools & Techniques (30 credits) * Mobile Technologies (15 credits) * E-Business Applications (15 credits) * Web Engineering (15 credits) * Enterprise Web Engineering* (15 credits) * Distributed Data Management Technology (15 credits) * Distributed Data Architecture & Management (15 credits) * Business Intelligence & Data Warehousing (15 credits) * Data Mining & KDD* (15 credits) * Negotiable option - pre-requisite knowledge required. Students will be interviewed by a member of staff and may be required to take a test to ensure they have the necessary knowledge to succeed on the course. Specifics Entry requirements A good first degree in Computing, Computing Science or a numerate subject (such as maths, physics, engineering, IS, multimedia) which includes some networking communications. For candidates with limited knowledge of networking communications, preparatory material can be provided. Students with substantial experience in the areas studied may be eligible for exemption based upon Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Professional recognition This MSc is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the chartered body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. Subject to some straightforward conditions, the programme leads to full exemption from the BCS Postgraduate Diploma and PGD Project. Additionally, this qualification gives partial Chartered Engineer (CEng) status and can be combined with a partial CEng from an accredited BSc course to give full CEng status. Outcome Upon successful completion of this master's programme students could expected to find work as developers, network planners, consultants and ICT managers to plan, manage and maintain large networked computer systems that support modern distributed enterprise systems. Location This master's programme i