Overview

The Computer Science (Computer Networks and Security) program offered by Staffordshire University gives you the skills that you need to progress in your future career as a network specialist. These skills aren’t limited to practical skills either, we include an in-depth theoretical knowledge of security policies and mitigation techniques, to ensure you are always one step ahead of the game.

We'll prepare you for your Cisco CCNP qualification, as well as giving you opportunities to network with our contacts and guest speakers from our industry partners and collaborators. Many of these offer work shadowing or short work experience opportunities where you will be able to enhance your employability, which may lead to further graduate prospects.

Careers

After completing the Computer Networks and Security MSc, you’ll be equipped to work in the following roles:

Network security specialist

Network security analyst

Network consultant

Network infrastructure engineer

Network security operations

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Professional Routed Networks

Virtualisation

Professional Switched Networks

Operating Security System

Research Methods

Enterprise Cloud Computing in the AWS Environment

Professional Secure Networks

Network Troubleshooting

Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 13 months
Part-time
- 25 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-21 00:00:00 , International

More details

The earlier you apply, the better.

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate honours degree (grade 2.2 or above in a related computing discipline, Telecommunications or electronics/communications from a UK University or the international equivalent.
If you do not meet the above but have significant appropriate experience, your application will be considered, provided that you satisfy the University that you are capable of responding to the challenge of postgraduate work.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16750 GBP / year

≈ 16750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10609 GBP / year

≈ 10609 GBP / year

Living costs

Stoke-on-Trent

United Kingdom

550 - 850 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Stoke-on-Trent

Funding

Scholarships Information

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