What will I learn?

Course summary

Learn practical and theoretical skills in designing, building, troubleshooting and managing complex secure network systems.
Use networking labs equipped with the latest Cisco switches, routers and security devices.
Learn to develop solutions involving enterprise campus design, switching, routing, internet connectivity and cyber security

The MSc Advanced Computer Networks is a technical course aimed at networking enthusiasts with a passion for the high-end technologies of enterprise networks. Experience of Cisco CCNA or working in networking is desirable but not essential. An attempt at the latest Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise Core (300-401 ENCOR - Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies) and an enterprise concentration exam (300-410 ENARSI - Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services) is included in the fee.

This course offers a two year work experience route including a placement of up to 12 months.

How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

Each of the modules is carefully designed to prepare you for the latest Cisco certification exams and to develop the critical and analytical skills required for the challenges faced in today's enterprise infrastructures. The course is designed in conjunction with our industrial partners, and is regularly updated to include materials to reflect current trends in technology.

You learn through:

small group lectures
tutorials
practical laboratory activities
hands-on experience with real devices
designing, developing and implementing enterprise solution
testing and troubleshooting complex network models with industry-recognised simulation platforms
practice-informed research
teamwork
field trips

Future careers

This course prepares you for a career as a

Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)
Enterprise networking expert
Network engineer
Network architect
IT consultant
IT manager

Which department am I in?

Sheffield Hallam University

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£17,205.00 (18,74,591) per year

Room types to suit all budgets from £80 to £168 per week

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Sheffield Hallam University

City Campus,

Howard Street,

Sheffield,

S1 1WB, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

Full Time (2 years)

Tuition fees

£17,205.00 (18,74,591) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected August 2025

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Sheffield Hallam University

City Campus,

Howard Street,

Sheffield,

S1 1WB, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England

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Entry requirements

For international students

You typically need: a good level of general education with good analytical skills, a degree 2.2 or above in computing or a closely-related discipline, Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent networking experience. You will also be considered for entry if you do not have the standard entry qualifications, but can provide evidence of necessary knowledge and skills to successfully enter and complete the course. Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level. TOEFL iBT (Including TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition) with Overall: 79 in Listening: 17, Speaking: 20, Reading: 18 and Writing: 19

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.