Master in Cloud and Network Infrastructures (CNI)
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
EUR 5,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Application period two: February 12 - April 11, 2024
** for EU or EEA citizen | Non-EU/EEA citizen per academic year: 15000 €
Key Summary
Introduction
When our networks became overwhelmed with connected devices and streaming services, cloud computing saved the day. Now, the so-called ‘cloudification’ of networks is set to unleash a new era of smart connectivity – enabling everything from Industry 4.0 applications to autonomous vehicles, augmented reality, and urban infrastructure.
According to some studies, cloud computing is expected to create 1.6 million new jobs. To fill these roles, companies are actively seeking experts and specialists who understand the fundamentals of networking and cloud computing and can use their knowledge to drive innovative new business models. With our Cloud and Network Infrastructures program, you will build the skills you need to compete for often high-paying jobs, and you will also have the confidence to lead the ‘cloudification’ starting on day one.
What You Will Gain
The interdisciplinary master's program is designed to give you a comprehensive overview of network and cloud computing. We use a combination of face-to-face workshops, group activities, and hands-on exercises to cover a range of topics including network management, operation and design, cloud service and deployment models, implementation strategies, and application design.
The Cloud and Networking Infrastructure program also equips you with practical skills in, for example, edge and fog computing, blockchain technology, distributed ledgers, and next-generation wireless technologies. All of this will leave you well-positioned to secure such roles as:
- Network designers
- Network planners
- ICT managers
- Cloud CTO
- Cloud Software Engineer
- Lead Software Developer
- Cloud Service Broker
- Cloud Alliance Manager
- Cloud Infrastructure Architect
- Business Developer
- Product Manager
- Consultant
To enhance the learning experience, the program includes an opportunity to apply your new skills and knowledge towards creating new products and services – even help bring them to market.
Admissions
Curriculum
How is the Program Structured?
All EIT Digital Master School programs follow the same scheme:
- Students study one year at an ‘entry’ university and one year at an ‘exit’ university, both of which are located at an EIT Digital hot spot.
- The first year is similar at all entry points, with a focus on basic courses that lay the foundation for the chosen technical program. Students are also introduced to business and management during this first year. During the second semester, a design project is combined with business development exercises to demonstrate how technology can be transformed into a successful business. Students are also taught how to prepare and present a convincing business plan. Students have the option to take elective courses.
- In between the first year and the second year, our summer school program addresses business opportunities within a socially relevant theme.
- The second year offers a specialization and a graduation project. The graduation project includes an internship at a company or a research institute and cumulates with a Master thesis having a strong innovation and entrepreneurship dimension.
- Graduates receive degrees from the two universities and a certificate awarded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
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Career Opportunities
Careers in cloud and network infrastructures are simply exploding. You will leave this program with the training and skills needed to unlock a range of career opportunities. Our CNI graduates work in open innovation settings and leading technology companies, including in sectors such as telecommunications, e-commerce, e-learning, web development, and cloud operations. Thanks to the specialized training in entrepreneurship this program provides, some graduates have launched their own successful innovative start-ups and consultancies.