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| Application Deadline: | Applications can be made at any time | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,102 - ≈ € 17,142 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Loughborough / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | October |
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| Languages: | English | ||
As the Internet and computer networks become even larger and more ubiquitous the issues of network security are becoming more prevalent. Already, major security attacks have caused problems for industrial and e-commerce sites. These issues concern the application of a broad gamut of computer science theory and practice to the secure networked environment. The student brings much of what is required here from first-degree studies, but some areas, specific to the networks and Internet, are discussed in this programme. The main area to benefit from this is the understanding of security issues. The project allows students to consolidate their knowledge by practical application and allows them to research and develop new knowledge and skills. In the light of the above, considerations of structure, reliability and usability are formally taken into account when assessing these projects.
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1 * Java and the Internet
* Modelling and Simulation
* Object-Oriented System Design for e-Commerce
* Communication Networks
Semester 2 * Research Method and Project Preparation
* Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues of IT
* Quality-Aware Networks
* Communication Network Security and e-Commerce
Summer * Computing Project
Assessment
Taught modules, with a total modular weight of 120 credits, assessed by coursework and examination. Project 60 credits.
Module Delivery
Full-time MSc programmes are of 12 months duration. Modules are based over two 15 week semesters, and the rest of the 12 months is spent on a University- or industry-based project. The intensive 2-3 week teaching for part-time students may appeal to local students or those in employment who do not wish to stay on campus. Students are recommended to complete the programme in as short a time as possible (up to seven years available for MSc if necessary), to maintain the relevance of previous study.
Modules listed are correct at the time of publication. We are constantly reviewing content and so modules may change. Applicants are strongly advised to consult our website for further information.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testMinimum second class honours degree or equivalent qualification in a subject with a substantial element of computing.
Acceptable English language qualification
* GCSE English Language - Grade C or above
* IELTS band 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
* TOEFL (including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice) minimum score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) with specific requirements for sub tests
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 600 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
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