Overview

The Master’s degree consists of two programs: Network Technology (NET) and Digital Media (DM).

Those pursuing the Information Technology (Digital Media, Network Technology) MIT program at Carleton University will cover the design, management and operation of computer networks. They will develop research skills through courses and a project framework. DM students will focus on areas dealing with the development of content and technology for entertainment, education and communication. We also offer a specialization in Data Science to our DM students.

Research & Career Options

Research opportunities in the school have direct application to the industry and can lead to many fascinating careers in areas such as:

Digital Media: Media production (movies and commercials), new educational technologies, the gaming industry, natural human-computer interaction methods, digital media for healthcare, and exhibitions for national museums and government or organizations requiring digital media content and technologies.
Network Technology: Network security and privacy, cellular mobile networks, cloud computing, the Internet of Things and Apple iPhone networking subsystems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analytical Methods for Information Technology

Information Technology Seminars

Planning and Design of Computer Networks

Cross Layer Design for Wireless Multimedia Networks

Designing Secure Networking and Computer Systems

Cloud and Datacentre Networking

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Informatics & Information Technology Computer Sciences Digital Communication View 131 other Masters in Computer Sciences in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Networking (master’s): An undergraduate degree in network technology, electrical engineering, computer science, engineering, or a closely-related discipline.

Digital media (master’s): An undergraduate degree in one of the related three primary disciplines of Technology (e.g. computer science/engineering and information technology), Content (e.g. design, arts and humanities), and People (e.g. psychology, communication and business). Intermediate undergraduate-level computer programming skills are required as proper technical background.

Tuition Fee

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International

22979 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22979 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

7901 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7901 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Ottawa

1168 - 1925 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Information Technology (Digital Media, Network Technology).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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