Master in Cloud and Network Infrastructures (CNI)

Why study Cloud and Network Infrastructures (CNI) at EIT Digital Master School?

The interdisciplinary master's programme 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 programme 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 programme includes an opportunity to apply your new skills and knowledge towards creating new products and services and help bring them to market.

How is the programme structured?

• Students study in two different European countries
• Upon completion, graduates receive two MSc degrees from the two universities they will have studied at and a certificate awarded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)
• The first year is similar at all entry points. All students participate in a 3-day business challenge in digital innovation
• 2-week summer school between the first year and the second year
• The second year offers specialisation and a graduation project

Where can you study Cloud and Network Infrastructures?

Specialisations

Exit year (specialisation):

• Mobile Networking and Cloud Services
• Networked intelligence
• Cloud & Distributed Computing
• Beyond 5G
• Smart City Services
• Smart Mobility Systems

Who can apply?

If you wish to apply to this programme you must have a Bachelor of Science in, or be in your final year of studies of:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Information Systems

How can you apply?

Our academic year starts in August-October depending on your choice of university.

• Period 1: 14 November 2022 - 3 February 2023
• Period 2: February 2023 - April 2023

* We recommend non-EU citizens apply in period 1 to allow sufficient time for a visa.

Applications are made through the online Application Portal, on EIT Digital Master School website.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

Standard tuition fees are set at 5,000 EUR per year for EU citizens and 15,000EUR per year for non-EU citizens.

Application fee: 75 EUR

Scholarships are limited and awarded to top candidates only. The top candidates are selected from all the applicants who are accepted, per programme. We advise you not to rely on one of our scholarships and look for further, external support for your studies.

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.

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.