Overview
From the Internet to cloud computing, social networking, and multimedia streaming, computer networks and security play a vital role in all aspects of business, government and public services.
On this BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security degree course, you’ll learn to develop and manage sophisticated computer networks and infrastructure security solutions, and get hands-on with the latest technologies such as servers, mobile applications, the cloud and security networks.
Course highlights
- Configure, manage and experiment with different industry-leading network technologies and applications
- Develop practical and theoretical skills in designing, building, troubleshooting and managing complex secure network systems using real world scenarios, such as a computer network for a bank
- Work with our private cloud environment to learn about virtualisation and cloud computing, and use industry-leading network modelling and emulation platforms, such as VMware vSphere and Workstation Pro
- Gain the skills to secure computer networking infrastructures, and understand specialist technologies including firewalls and cyber security
Careers and Opportunities
There's a recognised shortage of capable computer networking and security professionals worldwide, and that trend will only continue as the infrastructure that supports our digital economy grows and matures. Your skill set will be in high demand across many sectors when you graduate, opening doors to careers in all roles related to computer networks, cloud and security technologies.
In fact, 95% of graduates from this course are in work or further study 15 months after graduation, with 100% of those asked also saying they find their current work meaningful. What's more, once you have some experience in industry, you can expect an average salary from £35,000 to £55,000 as a network engineer.
Our graduates have worked for companies such as:
- CISCO
- VMWare
- Syamntec
- BAE Systems
- Morgan Stanley
- Lockheed Martin
- Deutsche Bank
Our graduates now work in roles including:
- solutions architect
- network engineer
- presales technical consultant
- service desk engineer
- network and systems engineer
Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.
