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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
13-SEP-21
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Overview
From the Internet to cloud computing, social networking, and multimedia streaming, computer networks play a vital role in all aspects of business, government and public services.
On this professionally accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Networks degree course, you’ll learn to develop and manage sophisticated computer networks solutions and get hands on with the latest technologies to make a mark on the future of the industry. You’ll also have the option to join our Cisco Networking Academy to add an industry-recognised Cisco certification to your degree.
With the current shortage of networking and IT professionals, your skill set will be in high demand across many sectors when you graduate, opening doors to careers in roles such as network architect, consultant and developer.
Accredited by
This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) which means that it meets all of the academic requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). You’ll also be able progress to Chartered Engineer status with further study and experience.
This accreditation also lets potential employers know that this course gives you the relevant skills and abilities you need to work in the computer networks industry when you graduate. This gives you an edge over students who didn’t do an accredited course when you’re applying for jobs.
We also pay Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) student membership fees for all of our students.
What you'll experience
On this degree course, you'll:
- Configure, manage and experiment with different network technologies and web applications
- Work with our private cloud environment to learn about virtualisation and cloud computing
- Use network analysis tools such as OPNET and Wireshark
- Use our bespoke network laboratory with in-lab and remote access to over 200 routers and switches in a data-centre environment
- Be challenged to put what you learn in the classroom to work, taking on practical network design projects that are linked to your studies
- Join our Cisco Networking Academy to work towards obtaining industry-recognised certifications, such as CCNA or CCNP
- Take optional modules to tailor your degree to specific interests, like management, security, big data, Internet of Things, or business and innovation
Careers and opportunities
What can you do with a Computer Networks degree?
After the course, you could work in many industries, for example:
- consumer and professional electronics
- pharmaceuticals and health care
- defence
- broadcasting and telecommunications
- IT development and consulting
- banking and finance
Graduates from this course have gone on to work for well-known companies such as:
- Cisco
- IBM
- HP
- Microsoft
- KPMG
- PWC
- BAE Systems
- Morgan Stanley
- Deutsche Bank
- Barclays
Our Employability and Careers service will be on hand throughout your studies and for up to 5 years after you graduate to give you help and support with finding a job and developing your career.
Application deadline
15 January
Tuition fees
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£ 17,600per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Scottish Advanced Higher
- UCAS Points
- Access to HE Diploma
- Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
- GCSE/National 4/National 5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
University information

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University League Table
61st
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Campus address
University of Portsmouth, University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO1 2UP, England
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Subject ranking
49th out of 110 5
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.03 81%32nd
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