Carleton University
Carleton University

1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Master of Applied Science - Networking Technology

Master's Degree

Program Summary

Our Master of Applied Science (MASc) addresses the needs of industry and society in the IT area, providing students with the skills they will need to succeed in this demanding and ever-evolving field. The master’s degree consists of two programs: Networking Technology (NET) that has two different pathways and Digital Media (DM).

Those pursuing the NET program will cover the design, management and operation of computer networks. They will develop research skills through courses and a project framework. There are two pathways in NET: Master of Applied Science in Networking Technology is our thesis-based program and Master of Networking Technology is our course-based program.

DM students will focus on areas dealing with the development of content and technology for entertainment, education and communication.

We offer a Collaborative Specialization in Data Science and Cybersecurity to our DM students.

We offer a Collaborative Specialization in Cybersecurity to our MASc in Networking Technology students and Master of Networking Technology students.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Reading

60

Writing

60

Listening

60

Speaking

60

Literacy

130

Conversation

115

Comprehension

135

Production

110

Program Intakes

Open date

November 8, 2024

Submission deadline

July 15, 2025

Open date

February 1, 2025

Submission deadline

August 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$123 CAD

Application fee

$21223 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition