M.Sc. in Computer Networks & Communications (CNC)


The M.Sc. in Computer Networks & Communications degree provides students with a broad foundation in information technology (IT), and an in-depth understanding of computer data communication and modern networking. The five core courses include a comprehensive, introductory networking course that covers digital communications, local area, wide area, wireless, and other network technologies. The core also includes courses in databases, math for IT, strategic IT, software development, and systems analysis and design. The Computer Networks concentration courses provide students with a comprehensive understanding of network design and implementation, network performance analysis and management, network security, and the latest networking technology. The program is designed to empower students with extensive knowledge and hands-on experience to analyze, design, procure, manage, and implement cutting-edge computer networking solutions and technologies.

Students who complete the master’s degree in CNC will be able to demonstrate:

  • Advanced knowledge of computer language theory, software design, as well as data bases, networks, or security.
  • Proficiency in algorithms, operating systems, computer language usage, software development, and the management of data, networks, or security.
  • Competence sufficient to investigate continually emerging new software technologies, applications, and approaches.
  • Advanced knowledge of data communication protocols and networks; of issues involved in multi-access media, including wired and wireless; performance analysis of networks; and management of large networks.
  • Proficiency in data communication protocols and networks, including error control and flow control, distributed synchronization, error detection and correction, and forwarding and techniques to implement it.
  • Competence sufficient to design, specify, and develop data transfer protocols for specific purposes; design, specify, plan, and define networks of any size; and analyze, evaluate, and select network technologies.

Admission Requirements for M.Sc. Programs

 

Admission to the graduate program will be selective. To apply for admission, prospective candidates are advised to fulfill the criteria listed below:

 

Required Criteria

  1. Four-year Bachelor Degree from a reputed university in Bangladesh or abroad with a minimum CGPA of at least 2.50 (out of 4.0) at undergraduate (B.Sc.) level. Special consideration may be given to candidates who have an undergraduate CGPA below 2.5 (out of 4.0) but have significant research or full-time work experience (corporate, NGO, startups, etc.). 

Fulfilling any one of the criteria below is not required but highly encouraged

  1. A Statement of Purpose describing your reasons for seeking a graduate degree (M.Sc./M.Engg) and providing information on your leadership experience, work experience, service experience, or other significant involvement with technological, socio-economic, or educational activities that would promote a diversity of views, experiences, and ideas in the pursuit of research, scholarship, and creative excellence.
  1. Proof of any full time work experience (full-time corporate position or startup experience) in a field related to the applicants chosen graduate degree program. For example, a letter of current or past employment in a company.
  1. Letter of recommendation from B.Sc. senior design project supervisor and/or B.Sc. course faculty and/or reporting manager at a company. 

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Degree Requirements


The requirements listed below are a minimum requirement for a Masters degree set by the School. Students are advised to consider their specific requirements.

For the Masters degree program, the student must undertake a minimum of 33 credits, including:


Six courses from the core subjects: 18 credits
Participation in student seminars: 1 credit
Project / Thesis
Project Option
Graduate project work including oral presentation : 2 credits
Four courses from elective subjects: 12 credits
Thesis Option
Graduate thesis work including oral defense: 8 credits
Two courses from elective subjects: 6 credits

The students of project/thesis group must secure at least B grade in thesis work and a CGPA of at least 3.0 for the award of the Masters degree.

Students pursuing a Masters degree must finish all their requirements within a five-year period of continuous enrollment as a regular student.


Fee Structure
Total credit 33 hours
Application fee Tk. 1000
Admission fee (one time) Tk. 25,000
Student Activities fees including lab: (one time)  Tk. 7,000
Tuition per credit Tk. 4,500