Networks and Cyber Security
Bournemouth University
UCAS Code: I125 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
T Level
120 UCAS tariff points
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
About this course
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**This course prepares you with industry-relevant skills and latest networking knowledge for a career in a world that is increasingly connected in all aspects of life and business.**
**Why study BSc (Hons) Computer Networks 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 practise 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
**EC-Council Partnership status**
The EC-Council is one of the world's largest technical cybersecurity certification bodies. Having become one of their academia partners, students from this course will be offered opportunities to access resources of EC-Council, including discounted prices for learning material (e.g. ebooks and iLabs) on various security topics (e.g. ethical hacking and malware forensics), certification (e.g. CEH/CHFI) exam voucher discounts, and free tickets to EC-Council events (e.g. Hacker Halted).
Modules
First year core units include: Computer Fundamentals | Mathematics for Computing | Programming | Network Essentials | Introduction to Cyber Security
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The Uni
Bournemouth University
Department of Computing and Informatics
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