Why choose the School of Computing, Engineering and Creative Industries
In the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2025, our computing courses rank 4th in their subject field overall; they rank 1st for support, student engagement and sense of community.
Our block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life.
Gain workplace-ready skills with our practical, hands-on approach and integrated project management units.
About the course
Computer networks and security systems underpin today’s digitally driven society, and there’s a high demand for talented individuals who can navigate them. Our two-year Computer Networking with Project Management MSc gives you an in-depth understanding of the field’s core principles before exploring rapidly progressing developments such as wireless technologies, advanced security and parallel architectures. With our focus on project management skills and real-world application, you graduate well prepared for a fulfilling future within the sector.
Facilities and specialist equipment
- Contemporary STEM building with purpose-built facilities, including a high-tech CCNA Academy computer networking suite and dedicated computing rooms
- Industry-standard software from Cisco and VMware to emulate the professional workplace
- Bespoke lecture theatres, presentation rooms and group study spaces
Student experience
Learn from our industry-experienced academics with expertise in areas such as big data management, digital health initiatives and enhanced AI applications.Ìý
Explore specialist topics and ground-breaking new developments with our forward-thinking syllabus.Ìý
Our faculty’s active involvement in real-world research and consultancy feeds directly into the course delivery, ensuring you are kept up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.Ìý
Expand your horizons with industry visits and seminars from external speakers.Ìý
Prepare for the workplace through practical experience and hands-on training.Ìý
Boost your lifelong career trajectory with integrated project management units and employment-focused skill improvement, including effective communication; critical evaluation; personal development planning; and understanding of key ethical dimensions.Ìý
Explore your interests with a specialist research project of your choosing.ÌýÂ
Benefit from your own personal academic tutor.Ìý
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Course Leader - Dr Sijing Zhang
Dr Sijing Zhang obtained his BSc and MSc degrees, both in Computer Science, from Jilin ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Changchun, China) in 1982 and 1988 respectively. He earned a PhD in Computer Science from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of York (York, UK) in 1997.
Sijing joined the Network Technology Research Centre (NTRC) of Nanyang Technological ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ (Singapore) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow in 1996, and he then returned  to the UK to work as a Research Fellow with the Centre for Communications Systems Research (CCSR) of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK) in 1998.
Project management – Gain an in-depth knowledge of project management tools and techniques to define, plan and deliver successful projects in your area.
Leading and managing organisational resources – A toolkit for inspirational leadership, including high-performance work systems and change-management strategies.
Wireless networking – ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ wireless networking concepts, and design and run a wireless network simulation.
Network systems and administration – Learn to maintain the smooth, problem-free and secure operation of network servers, troubleshooting network systems.
Systems and network security – Gain the knowledge and understanding of security to plan for and respond to threats in an evolving threat landscape.
Research methodologies and project management – Apply project management theory and research methods in practice, working within legal and ethical boundaries.
Developing independent research – Learn what goes into a research proposal and application alongside a foundation in good research design at Master’s level.
Personal professional development – Build your professional image, identify where you are now in terms of skills and attributes, and prepare for your future career.
MSc project – Computer Networking – Work creatively to generate an idea and develop it further, applying your technical, analytical, practical and managerial skills.
For an at-a-glance list of modules for this course, download the course specification.
The assessment strategy used is a balance of written Academics examinations (coursework) assignments in-class tests computer based assessment and oral viva. The method used will depend on the nature of the subject being taught in the unit and the most appropriate method has been chosen. Coursework assignments have incorporated formative feedback so that you can gain an insight into whether your work is meeting the necessary targets.
The feedback on your submitted assessments will be provided within 15 working days. The lecturers are expected to take every effort to provide you the feedback as early as possible before the next assessment if any. If you fail an assessment and need to retake or resit the assessment you can do so in the next available opportunity which is normally in the assessment week of the next block. If you fail a unit and need to retake this unit you can do so when the unit is run again.
Careers
As a graduate of this course, you will have gained practical skills much sought after in the business world. Career opportunities include IT and help desk support; network technician or administrator; systems analyst; systems or network designer; systems administrator; network engineer or architect; computer networking instructor; network infrastructure manager; university academic; and ICT teacher (after further training).
You may also wish to progress to further study with options including an MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD.
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Entry Requirements
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
2.2 honours degree or equivalent in related area
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
Fees for this course
UK
The total fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £13,000. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
International
The total international fee for a 2-year taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £19,900.
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email [email protected]
Please note that this course is two years in duration. International students enrolling on this programme will not be permitted to switch to a one-year programme once they have been issued with their Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) unless requested by the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ to do so.
