Computer Networks and Security (Hons) Birmingham City University

Overview

About the Foundation Year

The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.

What's covered in the course?

Secure communication technologies form the bedrock of our modern connected mobile society – our BSc Computer Networks and Security course will equip you to enter this growing and important industry.

The course takes a practice-led approach, making use of equipment and tools found in the workplace to give you the best preparation for a successful career.  Our approach prioritises the practical skills sought by industry, backing this up with a thorough understanding of theory.  The programme delivers the latest in computing and network and security technologies, with the opportunity to gain additional accreditation from Cisco and the Linux Professional Institute.

The programme delivers a well-rounded curriculum in computer network engineering, programming, server systems, security theory and practice, as well as management-level skills such as project and change management, maximising your career potential.

Upon graduation you could progress into a career as a network security engineer, network administrator, network security analyst or network security architect.

Computer Networks and Security (Hons) is offered by Birmingham City University.

Enhancing your employability

Your studies here will equip you with the practical and academic skills that will help you to stand out when you look for your first professional role.

Because we have strong links with companies such as SAS, Microsoft, Cisco and Capgemini, you have the chance to work with and understand the workings of real-life industry from early on in your degree studies.