Computer Network Administration and Management MSc
University of Portsmouth
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16 Months

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Secure and streamline the computer systems that underpin businesses big and small with this practical MSc in Computer Network Administration and Management. Youll study the principles and practice of systems administration and management, analysing and designing networks in our high-performance computing labs. Youll use our cloud server and virtualised machines as you explore the efficiency and security of your systems, and get insights into the practices of industry partners like Cisco with ...Read more

Secure and streamline the computer systems that underpin businesses big and small with this practical MSc in Computer Network Administration and Management. You'll study the principles and practice of systems administration and management, analysing and designing networks in our high-performance computing labs. You'll use our cloud server and virtualised machines as you explore the efficiency and security of your systems, and get insights into the practices of industry partners like Cisco with guest lectures and field trips to data centres. When you graduate, you'll have the technical and problem-solving skills for a career keeping business running. Your study will help prepare you for industry qualifications, with module outcomes that get you ready for VMWare certification.

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84/279
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54th
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42nd
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Md Nazimul
27 Nov 25

Best aspect: Modern Library Facilities Worst aspect: Scattered Campus..Read more

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Kaung Sat
12 Nov 25

For my experience, all of the facilities are perfect, such as library is assessable 24hr. In class room materials are very supportive and career service are also..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete.

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£10,900 per year

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£10,900 per year

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£10,900 per year

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Students from England

£19,200 per year

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£19,200 per year

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27 Nov 25
Computer Network Administration and Management MSc
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For my experience, all of the facilities are perfect, such as library is assessable 24hr. In class room materials are very supportive and career service are also...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a small and lively city by the sea that offers everything students need....

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University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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