Birmingham City University - COMPUTER NETWORKS AND SECURITY - BSC (HONS)

Birmingham City University

COMPUTER NETWORKS AND SECURITY - BSC (HONS)

Fascinated by cyber security in today’s society? It’s a key concern for modern organizations in our digital world. Secure communication technologies form the bedrock of our modern connected mobile society and our BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security degree course focuses on the practical needs of businesses that require high-quality computer and network security, ensuring you’re equipped for a career in this increasingly important industry.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS COURSE?

The course takes a practice-led approach, making use of equipment and tools found in the industry to give you the best preparation for a successful career.  Our approach prioritizes the practical skills sought by the industry, backing this up with a thorough understanding of theory. 

The course delivers the latest in computing, network, and security technologies, with the opportunity to gain additional accreditation from Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Palo Alto, and the Linux Professional Institute. Birmingham City University is also home to Cisco Systems, Juniper, Palo Alto, and the Microsoft Academy Centres.

 

You’ll learn from 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, maximizing your career potential.

Studying computing with us puts you at the heart of an exciting, innovative community. Part of your first-year assessment will involve taking part in our annual Innovation Fest, where students get together to solve society’s problems with creative technology. Previous projects have included medical assistance drones, accessible gaming controllers, and smart housing solutions. The event brings together students, academics, and industry guests, so it’s a great way to have fun, build experience and network, and win prizes!

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

Entry Requirements

Essential Requirements: 

  • 112 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level

GCSE: 

  • GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above
  • Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted - please see UCAS for a list of acceptable Maths and English equivalents considered in lieu of GCSE
  • Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

IELTS:

  • 6.0 overall with a 5.5 minimum in all bands

Career Prospects

This university offers practical and academic skills to help you excel in your first professional role. With strong connections with companies like SAS, Microsoft, Cisco, and Capgemini, you'll gain real-life industry experience early on. Access to world-class facilities and the Graduate+ program enhances subject-based skills with broader employability attributes. Additionally, an assessed sandwich year between your second and third year provides valuable work experience and real-life skills.

Course Details

The course delivers the latest in computing, network and security technologies, with the opportunity to gain additional accreditation from Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Palo Alto and the Linux Professional Institute. Birmingham City University is also home to Cisco Systems, Juniper, Palo Alto and the Microsoft Academy Centres. You’ll learn from 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, maximizing your career potential.

Studying computing with us puts you at the heart of an exciting, innovative community. Part of your first-year assessment will involve taking part in our annual Innovation Fest, where students get together to solve society’s problems with creative technology.

Year One

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
Innovation Project 20 credits
Computer Systems 20 credits
Applied Operating Systems 20 credits
Computer Programming 20 credits
Mathematics for Computing 20 credits
Network Fundamentals 20 credits

Year Two

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
Enterprise Practice Project 20 credits
Cyber Security Operations 20 credits
Server Systems 20 credits
Programming for Network Engineers 20 credits
Networking Technologies 20 credits
Enterprise Network Systems 20 credits

Final Year

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
Individual Honours Project 40 credits
Ethical Hacking 20 credits
Wireless Networking Technologies 20 credits
Advanced Firewall Systems 20 credits
Network Security 20 credits

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