Network and Cloud Technology

Partner University: ITMO University

Career options

R&D specialists in network and cloud services; engineers for the implementation of cloud solutions; corporate service developers; developers of configurations of corporate information systems; project managers for the development and implementation of info-communication systems for enterprises; managers and specialists of IT departments of companies working in the field of creation and support of IT and telecommunication infrastructure; management of projects for the implementation of corporate services on the part of the customer.

Program description 

Cloud systems become the essential part of modern economy. Many companies are moving to move their services to clouds. Network infrastructure is very important for modern cloud systems. Specialists in modern networks and cloud services are in high demand on the market. The students will receive comprehensive training in modern network technology, including software defined networks, data storage systems, cloud systems and services, virtualization, distributed computer systems and programming, and will be able to implement different approaches and techniques in their work.

The program

• is focused on preparing students for solving professional problems in in the field of networks, cloud systems and corporate services, as well as designing network architecture, info-communication services and applications. It also provides knowledge and skills in configuring, maintaining and supporting info-communication infrastructure, analyzing the possibilities of using information systems, intellectual technologies and knowledge management for improving applied processes, creating and developing components of info-communication systems and enterprise architecture elements.

• is based on the development of the market of network and cloud systems. The implementation of enterprise-level info-communication systems requires an integrated approach to analyzing business and applied processes, justifying the choice of technological platforms and configurations, design solutions developing and information processes organizing.

• trains specialists who are capable of developing and integrating cloud and network services into the business and application processes of an enterprise.

Contents of the program 

1st Semester:

• Creative Technologies (online course)  – 4 credits
• Project Management Methodology (Entrepreneurial Culture) – 4 credits
• Thinking – 4 credits
• Academic English – 2 credits
• Communication, Conflict Management and Influence Techniques – 4 credits
• Emotional Intelligence – 4 credits
• Business and Science Ethics, Research Management – 4 credits
• Personal Efficiency and Time Management – 4 credits
• Internationalization of Research – 4 credits
• Effective Team Management – 4 credits
• Data Analysis and Processing – 3 credits
• Designing Information and Communication Systems– 3 credits
• Telecommunication Networks and Systems – 3 credits
• Research Work  – 11 credits

2nd Semester:

• Academic English – 2 credits
• Applied AI (online course) – 3 credits
• High-Performance Computing – 3 credits
• Information Security in Info-Communication – 3 credits
• OpenStack Technology. Programming and Configuring– 4 credits
• UNIX/Linux Systems in Telecommunication – 5 credits
• Software Define Networks Basics – 3 credits
• Research Work  – 7 credits

3rd Semester:

• Network Functions Virtualization – 4 credits
• Component Web Programming – 3 credits
• Data Transfer Protocols – 5 credits
• Cluster, Cloud and Grid Systems – 3 credits
• Modern Data Storage Technology – 3 credits
• Research Work – 6 credits
• Academic and Technological Training – 6 credits

4th Semester:

• Master’s Thesis – 6 credits
• Pre-Defense Internship – 9 credits
• Academic and Technological Training – 15 credits

* The applicants are required to pass entrance examination successfully.  

How to apply?

To apply, please follow our step-by-step application guide.

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Contact

ITMO International Admission Office
international@itmo.ru