The Master of Engineering in Internetworking degree was introduced in 1997 as the first graduate program in the world dedicated to Internetworking. The Internetworking Program (INWK) is a course-based Master's degree that provides the theoretical background to analyze the shortcomings and strengths of network technologies, their continuing evolution, and the challenges that lie ahead for the industry. The program is designed to allow students to apply their knowledge and develop hands-on experience in a unique environment where they can analyze, test and integrate their knowledge, concepts and ideas through interactive learning.
Highlights
INWK program developed in association with and supported by industry partners Complimentary self-training opportunities available in addition to degree program Facilities designed to serve the needs of students and industry Program emphasis on interdisciplinary knowledge, practical ability and individual strengths
Programs/Credentials Offered by Department
Master's in Engineering
Comparison of Selected Graduate Engineering Credentials Offered by Department
Approx. # Students Enrolled/Year (all options)
Campus Based Option
Online Option
Time To Complete
Master's Degree (Non-Thesis) (F/T)
35
1 to 2 years
Buildings & Resources
The Internetworking program has fully equipped facilities, including a classroom and laboratory, equipment room, and program offices. The laboratory is organized to accommodate 35 students at workstations for laboratory work. The classroom is designed for lecture mode. The equipment room features 10 racks; 2 are the head-end and 8 contain the routing and switching equipment. The research lab is the home of the Advanced Internetworking Laboratory, a test be facility that will enable interdisciplinary research into converging communications and computing technologies.
Admissions & Tuition - Master's Program
Information For Canadian Students
Information For International Students
Admissions Criteria
Minimum Undergraduate GPA: 3.0
Minimum GRE Score: No Set Minimum
Minimum Work Experience: 2
Deadlines (Month/Day)
Application: Continuous
Notification of Acceptance: Varies
Fees (C$)
Application Fee: 70
Total Cost of Program (excluding books): 23,100
Admissions Criteria
Minimum Undergraduate GPA: No Set Minimum
Minimum GRE Score: No Set Minimum
Minimum Work Experience: No Set Minimum
English Language Proficiency (Minimum Score) IELTS: 7.0 TOEFL (Internet-based): 92.0 TOEFL (Paper-based): 580.0
Deadlines (Month/Day)
Application: Continuous
Notification of Acceptance: Varies
Fees (C$)
International Application Fee: 70
Total Cost of Program (excluding books): 23,100
Language Support for International Students
Language Testing and Placement Pre-program Language Classes
Year Graduate Program Founded: 1997# Faculty in Department: 8Research Areas: Network security Network design Network technologies Co-op Education/Internship: No International Exchange: No Mentor Program: No Language Courses: No Opportunities for Part-Time Study: No Opportunities for Online Study: No
Typical Master's Student Profile
# of Applicants/Year: 100Annual Student Intake: 35Average Undergraduate GPA: 3.0Average Age Upon Admittance: 24Male/Female Ratio: % Male: 90 % Female: 10 % International Students: 90# Countries of Origin: 31 or more
Employment Statistics
Students Who Graduate With a Job Offer
Not Available
Average Salary Accepted (C$)
Not Available
Source of Position
Not Available
Teaching Methods
Labs Lectures Speakers Small research seminar
Institute Quick Stats
Year Institute Founded: 1818# Faculties: 11# Full-Time Faculty: 1,000# Graduate Students (all programs): 3,613# Undergraduate Students (all programs): 11,707Campus Setting (Main Campus): UrbanNearest City (Main Campus): Halifax City Population: 350,000Cost of Living: MediumClimate Range: -8 °C to 33 °C
Matching School Ad
Program Spotlight
Matching School Ads
University of Phoenix
At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
Department Programs Overview
Minimum Undergraduate GPA: 3.0
