I don't see how you can have a masters course just for databases. Try a special course for database but if you really want to do a masters then try something like "information management".
Networking and specifically PROFESSIONAL qualifications eg. Cisco. Here speaketh a person with an MSc with Distinction in Information Systems Eng [aka databases].
Yes in a word. I have a mate thats Oracle certified [10G] passed all 4 exams AND was on the MSc with me. Clever bloke. Got a job in Sheffield in Oracle DB's after 9 months his job was made redundant. It's now in India. Food for thought. DON'T believe a University lecturer who says there are plently of Oracle jobs out there. There aren't and those that there are require mucho expereince.
Now i am in two minds, I was thinking of doing the MSc Data Prof in sheffield, seen as networing has a bigger demand , it would be a better options, or should i do the MSc and do networking qualifaction such the once you mensioned on the side
I suggest you read around some industry forums and get a feel for things on there. BTW if a UNI says [we incorporate aspects of Cisco/Oracle/MSCE certification in our MSc.'s its generally bollocks. In the end it's your call.