The course is designed to cover a number of advanced topics in data network engineering, namely, network management, network security, network automation, and information security. In addition, students will receive a solid grounding in research methods and project management before undertaking an individual project that provides an opportunity to demonstrate technical and general employability skills in preparation for career progression.

More specifically, the individual project simulates typical graduate workplace tasks that require in-depth knowledge and skills in a specific area of computer science and network engineering.