Program Overview
The System and Network Engineering: Networking at University of Amsterdam is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the System and Network Engineering: Networking programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 21,010 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the System and Network Engineering: Networking programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theoretical courses: Classic Internet Applications, InterNetworking and Routing, Distributed Systems
- Technical courses (incl. mini-project): Security of Networks and Systems, Large Installation Administration
- Practical courses (focus on skills): Essential Skills, Offensive Technologies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In general, applicants should hold a Bachelor\'s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, (Technical) Informatics or a closely related subject. This degree can be academic or from a university of applied sciences (HBO).
All applicants are required to participate in a selection procedure. This procedure takes a full day, and consists of a number of exams to test your:
discrete mathematics skills
UNIX knowledge
networking knowledge
academic reading and writing skills.
In the weeks following the exam day, applicants are invited to an intake interview: to discuss their exam results, their Bachelor\'s project and their motivation to join the Master\'s programme.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 21,010 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 21,010 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,984 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Amsterdam directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Amsterdam
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
University of Amsterdam is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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