Master’s in Industrial Networks, IIoT and TSN Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in industrial networks, IIoT and TSN engineering, structured in 12 modules covering industrial Ethernet, IEEE 802.1 TSN mechanisms and design, IIoT architectures and protocols, industrial wireless, IEEE 1588 time synchronisation, edge computing and IEC 62443 network security, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Industrial Networks, IIoT and TSN Engineering — studying from Malta
Malta's manufacturing, logistics and digital sectors increasingly depend on automation, making robotics and control engineering relevant. Companies in electronics, pharmaceuticals, food processing and gaming use automated systems to improve efficiency and quality. Engineers with programming, sensor integration and control theory skills are sought by system integrators, equipment suppliers and in-house engineering teams. The island's small scale encourages versatile professionals who can work across mechanical, electrical and software disciplines.
Fees for Malta: €8,920 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Which bodies in Malta relate to robotics and automation engineering, and is this qualification recognised?
Engineering titles in Malta are regulated through the Malta Council for Professions and the Chamber of Engineers, and industrial safety falls under the Occupational Health and Safety Authority. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition is decided by employers or the relevant body, so confirm this before enrolling.
Are there robotics and automation jobs in Malta, and would employers value this training?
Malta has a growing manufacturing, electronics and aerospace-related base, along with iGaming and technology firms that employ automation and controls engineers. Employers usually weigh experience, portfolio and technical skill heavily. Whether a private online qualification helps depends on each employer, so discussing this with them directly is the most reliable approach.
How much time does the programme require, and can I study while working full-time?
Programmes are 100% online and taught in English, and you do not need a student visa to study from home. Hours are 300 for specialist courses, 800 for postgraduate diplomas and 1,900 for master's programmes, so you can choose based on the time you have. Fees can be paid in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and you receive an assigned technical tutor.
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What you will be able to do
Design redundant industrial Ethernet networks.
Configure TSN mechanisms for deterministic traffic.
Design reference IIoT architectures.
Select IIoT protocols according to the use case.
Implement precision time synchronisation.
Deploy industrial edge computing platforms.
Protect industrial networks in accordance with IEC 62443.
Who it's for
- Industrial network engineers.
- IIoT architects.
- TSN specialists working on converged deterministic networks.
- OT communications engineers.
- Edge systems integrators.
- OT infrastructure managers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the automotive sector.
What you'll work with
- IEEE 802.1Qbv-2015 (enhancements for scheduled traffic in TSN)
- IEEE 802.1AS-2020 (timing and synchronisation for time-sensitive applications)
- IEC/IEEE 60802 (TSN profile for industrial automation)
- IEC 62443-3-3:2013 (system security requirements and security levels)
- IEC 62439-3:2021 (high-availability networks: PRP and HSR)
- IEEE 1588-2019 (Precision Time Protocol)
- IEC 62541-14:2020 (OPC UA PubSub)
- ISO/IEC 20922:2016 (MQTT messaging protocol)
- Wireshark
- Node-RED
- Siemens SINEC NMS
- OMNeT++
- Eclipse Mosquitto
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Evolution from fieldbuses to Ethernet1.2OSI model in automation1.3Industrial Ethernet: Profinet and EtherNet/IP1.4Determinism and latency requirements1.5Line, ring and star topologies1.6Industrial cabling and connectors1.7Managed industrial switches1.8VLANs and quality of service1.9MRP, PRP and HSR redundancy1.10Lab: configuring an MRP ring
2.1Origins in Audio Video Bridging2.2Synchronisation with IEEE 802.1AS2.3Traffic scheduling with IEEE 802.1Qbv2.4Frame preemption with IEEE 802.1Qbu2.5Stream reservation with 802.1Qcc2.6FRER redundancy with IEEE 802.1CB2.7Filtering and policing with 802.1Qci2.8IEC/IEEE 60802 industrial profile2.9Convergence of IT and OT traffic2.10Practical: analysis of TSN schedules
3.1Calculation of cycles and windows3.2Centralised configuration with CNC and CUC3.3YANG models and NETCONF3.4TSN planning tools3.5End-to-end latency3.6Multi-vendor interoperability3.7Profinet over TSN3.8OPC UA FX over TSN3.9Validation with analysers3.10Lab: TSN network with mixed traffic
4.1RAMI 4.0 reference model4.2IIC IIRA architecture4.3IIoT gateways and protocol conversion4.4Industrial wireless sensors4.5Edge, fog and cloud4.6The Unified Namespace concept4.7Commercial IIoT platforms4.8Asset modelling4.9IIoT use cases4.10Case study: IIoT architecture for a plant
5.1OPC UA client-server5.2OPC UA PubSub5.3MQTT and Sparkplug B5.4AMQP and DDS5.5CoAP for constrained devices5.6JSON and binary encoding5.7Quality of service in messaging5.8Protocol comparison5.9Selection by use case5.10Practical: MQTT Sparkplug with Node-RED
6.1Wi-Fi 6 in the plant6.2Private 5G and URLLC6.3Industrial network slicing6.4WirelessHART and ISA100.11a6.5LoRaWAN and NB-IoT6.6Industrial Bluetooth Low Energy6.7Coverage planning6.8Coexistence and interference6.9Wireless network security6.10Case study: private 5G deployment
7.1IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol7.2PTP profiles for industry and energy7.3Grandmaster and transparent clocks7.4Synchronisation with GNSS receivers7.5Synchronisation accuracy and errors7.6Time monitoring7.7Clock redundancy7.8Applications in motion control7.9Synchronisation in substations7.10Lab: PTP accuracy measurement
8.1Edge platforms and containers8.2Orchestration with lightweight Kubernetes8.3Data stream processing8.4Analytics at the edge8.5Remote device management8.6Controller virtualisation8.7Cloud integration8.8Latency and availability8.9Edge security8.10Practical: deploying containers on a gateway
9.1IEC 62443 series9.2Zones and conduits9.3Industrial firewalls and DPI9.4Security in OPC UA and MQTT9.5Security in TSN9.6Certificate management9.7OT intrusion detection9.8Segmentation and micro-segmentation9.9Regulatory compliance in OT networks9.10Case study: segmentation of a converged network
10.1Device monitoring with SNMP10.2Profinet diagnostic tools10.3Traffic analysis with Wireshark10.4Topology management10.5Predictive network maintenance10.6Network documentation10.7Cabling certification testing10.8Troubleshooting10.9Network performance indicators10.10Workshop: fault diagnosis with Wireshark
11.1Application requirements11.2Architecture design11.3Equipment selection11.4Addressing plan11.5Acceptance testing11.6Migration of legacy networks11.7Supplier management11.8Costs and return11.9Planning for future scalability11.10Case study: migrating from fieldbus to TSN
12.1Analysis of communication requirements12.2Network architecture design12.3TSN and synchronisation configuration12.4Integration of IIoT protocols12.5Proposed edge platform12.6Network security12.7Testing and measurements12.8Conclusions and proposal12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so the programme is compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Wireshark, Node-RED, Siemens SINEC NMS, OMNeT++ and Eclipse Mosquitto, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures: configuration of TSN networks with mixed traffic, deployment of IIoT architectures and diagnosis of industrial networks. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: IEEE 802.1Qbv-2015, IEEE 802.1AS-2020, IEC/IEEE 60802, IEC 62443-3-3:2013, IEC 62439-3:2021, IEEE 1588-2019, IEC 62541-14:2020, ISO/IEC 20922:2016.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Wireshark, Node-RED, Siemens SINEC NMS, OMNeT++ and Eclipse Mosquitto, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent professional experience, plus English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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