Computer Systems and Networks (Hons) University of Plymouth

Overview

Understand how networking fits in to the wider IT industry by working with servers, datacentres and the cloud. Get hands on with our industry-standard, Cisco-equipped network laboratory. And examine large modern systems like Google, so you’re all set for a successful career in IT.

You will lay strong foundations for a successful career with industry-recognised Cisco training embedded within the first two years of the course. You’ll leverage your sought-after Cisco training to secure a one-year work placement using our extensive industry links. You’ll gain confidence and vital industry experience, and maybe even a job offer - several students who have won placements with Cisco then gained full time positions in the company.

• Benefit from outstanding teaching: in the 2016 National Student Survey 82 per cent of our students said that “I have received sufficient advice and support with my studies”.
• Lay strong foundations for a successful career with industry-recognised Cisco training embedded within the first two years of the course.
• Put your skills into practice in our high-specification network laboratory. Learn how to cable and configure routers and switches, as well as other systems such as phones, video cameras and wireless devices.
• Leverage your sought-after Cisco training to secure a one-year work placement using our extensive industry links. Gain confidence and vital industry experience, and maybe even a job offer - several students who have won placements with Cisco then gained full time positions in the company.