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- Computer Networks with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
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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
18-SEP-23
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Course summary
- Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.
- Become a highly motivated and competent specialist with a substantial theoretical and practical skillset.
- Gain the skills to design a computer network infrastructure, administer, manage and maintain computer network systems which meet the needs of organisations.
Computer networks provide the supporting infrastructure for the global internet. National and international businesses as well as home users need computer networks to function securely, efficiently and cost effectively.
You will learn the theory and technical skills to be able to graduate as a network engineering specialist, ready for a career as a developer, designer, manager or administrator of these highly complex networked systems.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
The course is suitable if you don’t meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Computer Networks course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other computing foundation year students, then move on to the degree.
Case study and problem solving activities, often in groups, allow you to deepen your understanding through an active learning approach.
Problem solving is a key component of many activities and you are encouraged to be a reflective learner in preparation for life long learning.
You are closely supported and monitored by module leaders and the course team to ensure the required skills are developed. You learn through
- lectures
- tutorials
- practical lab sessions
In the foundation year, you’ll build on your existing knowledge and experience — developing useful academic, computing and IT skills in preparation for undergraduate study. You’ll benefit from innovative course content that allows you to access and use cutting-edge technology. Throughout, you’ll reflect on your progress, and build valuable communication and interpersonal skills.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career as a
- applications support analyst
- business consultant
- data storage manager
- information security manager
- infrastructure engineer
- IT engineer
- IT solutions analyst
- network engineer
- sales
- support specialist
- security analyst
- service desk analyst
- software developer
- software engineer
- system administrator
- technical support engineer
- web developer
Application deadline
25 January
Tuition fees
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Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
UCAS Points : 80
This must include at least one A level or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example:CDD at A Level.MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma.A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
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