Networks and Cyber Security (with Foundation Year option) BSc (Hons)

This course prepares you with industry-relevant skills and latest networking knowledge for a career in a world that increasingly connected in all aspects of life and business.

Why study BSc (Hons) Networks and Cyber Security at BU?

  • Develop the versatility and personal qualities to design, configure and optimise large-scale networks to meet dynamic corporate infrastructure needs in a global context
  • Build and improve your applied technical skills with a strong appreciation of security implications to support the enabling and deployment of wired and wireless communication technologies and protocols over large-scale and complex networks for any organisation
  • Study and practice in our state-of-art speciality labs with enterprise grade hardware and fully virtualisation ready enterprise level infrastructure
  • Engage in a series of practical, industry-focused tasks and co-participate in a range of research projects, not only with BU staff but experts from other institutions and industries in the UK and the world
  • Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one
  • You'll be qualified to work as a computer network professional in all sectors where networking infrastructure plays a critical role

Course accreditation 

Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) provides an indicator of quality and can help you work towards Chartered IT Professional status. You’ll have the chance to complete Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification courses during your degree. 

BSc (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
3 - 5 years Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points (grades BCC-BBB) including 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T-levels: Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).

Foundation Year: The entry requirements for this course are 48-72 UCAS tariff points and GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics Grade 4.

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