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Networking & Data Communications / with Management Studies Masters (MSc)

Kingston University London

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Penrhyn Road Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Why choose this course?

This course offers the knowledge and skills for designing, developing and operating secure IP-based networks. It offers practical skills in the specification, design, modelling and implementation of software and hardware. You will gain specialist knowledge of digital communications, multimedia communications, wireless networks and security issues. You will study the technologies of LTE and 5G wireless networks and the Internet of Things.

You can combine this course with management studies. The Management Studies pathway is ideal if you aspire to a management position in the industry. The aims of the course are to:

Provide knowledge, skills and a critical appreciation of the principles of data communications.
Enable you to analyse a system and design an appropriate, custom solution.
Develop subject related practical skills.
Provide you with the opportunities to develop written and oral communication skills;

What you will study

The full MSc course consists of an induction programme, four taught modules, and project dissertation. Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.

For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module first time with no reassessments. It is the responsibility of individual students to find a suitable paid placement. Students will be supported by our dedicated placement team in securing this opportunity.

Careers and recruitment advice

The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing has a specialist employability team. It provides friendly and high-quality careers and recruitment guidance, including advice and sessions on job-seeking skills such as CV preparation, application forms and interview techniques. Specific advice is also available for international students about the UK job market and employers' expectations and requirements.

The team runs employer events throughout the year, including job fairs, key speakers from industry and interviews on campus. These events give you the opportunity to hear from, and network with, employers in an informal setting.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Kingston University London

  • University League Table

    88th

  • Campus address

    Kingston University, River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ, England

Kingston University welcomes students from more than 140 countries. Their fresh ideas and range of life experiences enrich the learning environment on campus.
Well known for its enterprise education expertise, the university has strong industry links with many global brands.
Significant investment in the campus, learning spaces and Future Skills curriculum has enhanced students' learning experience and employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    86th out of 122 6

    31st out of 91 3

    74th out of 117 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    119 54%

    74th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    61.0 61%

    89th

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    103rd

    43
  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    123 60%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    6th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    70th

    14
  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    119 53%

    92nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    74th

    36
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    18th

    50

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