Master of Networking Technology

Course-Based Masters

Advance your career with our Master’s in Networking program! Designed to meet the demands of today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, this course-based program provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in network design, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and emerging technologies. Through coursework, labs, and projects, students gain the skills to build secure, high-performance networks for businesses and organizations. Join a community of experts and innovators, and equip yourself for roles in network engineering, security analysis, and beyond.

Those pursuing the course-based MNET program will cover the design, management and operation of computer networks. They will develop skills through courses and a project framework. Depending on the student GPA, domestic students in MNET may receive financial assistance in the form of one scholarships or a TA job.

Students who are registered in the course-based option but later decide to move to the thesis-based MASc option must meet three criteria:

• Minimum CGPA: 10.0.
• Must have completed at least one term in your current program.
• Must find a thesis supervisor (or co-supervisors).

Cybersecurity Specialization

The cybersecurity specialization has limited spots and is very competitive. It requires one credit (CYBR5000) in cybersecurity.

Timelines and Schedules

Typically, students will take:

• ITEC 5001 [0.0 credit] Information Technology Seminar
• 2.5 credits in core courses
• 2.5 credits in electives at 5000-level, chosen in consultation with your graduate advisor.

The coursework is generally done in the university. The rest depends on students and their advisor: there are some optional online courses that can sometimes be taken as electives. Keep in mind that the 2-year timeline assumes full-time status.

Core Course Options

• ITEC 5100 [0.5] Planning and Design of Computer Networks
• ITEC 5101 [0.5] Cross Layer Design for Wireless Multimedia Networks
• ITEC 5102 [0.5] Designing Secure Networking and Computer Systems
• ITEC 5103 [0.5] Cloud and Datacentre Networking
• ITEC 5205 [0.5] Design and Development of Data-Intensive Applications
• ITEC 5910 [0.5] Special Topics in Network Technologies

Master of Networking Technology with Collaborative Specialization in Cybersecurity (5.0 credits)

• CYBR 5000 [1.0] Science and Social Science of Cybersecurity
• ITEC 5001 [0.0] Information Technology Seminar
• 2.0 credits from core courses, listed above.
• 0.5 elective credits, in the area of the cybersecurity specialization, approved by your advisor
• 1.5 credit in electives at the 5000-level, chosen in consultation with your graduate advisor

Career Paths

Our MNET program at Carleton can assist you in your professional development and job search, at no additional costs. Since almost every home and business relies on the Internet, MNET graduates will find many opportunities to use their skills in the job market as systems administrators, network architects and engineers, and cybersecurity specialists. The advances in mobile technologies, networked automobiles, and the Internet of Things, and all of the requirements for security and privacy these technologies need affords new and exciting additional opportunities for these graduates. Graduates could explore working with network operators, Internet service providers, or pursue careers with networking equipment manufacturers or with government agencies.