Computer Networking
UCAS Code: H601
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Scottish Higher
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About this course
This programme equips you with the skills to specialise in networking and IT infrastructure. The programme includes study of the worldwide recognised Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) qualification.
Other topics include a variety of system management skills in Windows, Unix and virtualisation, along with specialisms such as wireless networks and cybersecurity. There is the optional to take a full time placement over a minimum of 36 weeks, leading to a sandwich award.
Graduates of this degree work in companies including BT, Fanduel, Google, HP, IBM, Iomart and Morgan Stanley in a wide variety of roles mainly relating to network infrastructure management.
The Honours degree is currently accredited by the British Computer Society, and will remain so, subject to reaccreditation by the BCS in 2017/18 - for full details see our website.
Course content
Year 1
Computing topics include basic web authoring and the operation of computing hardware and software
Year 2
You will examine networking infrastructure, such as routers and switches and undertake a group project or placement. At the end of second year, you will be ready to sit the industry-recognised CCNA certification
Sandwich Placement (optional)
You may take a paid full-time placement over a minimum 36 weeks duration, leading to a sandwich award. This can be taken between years 2 and 3 or years 3 and 4.
Year 3
Studies include exploring the Windows and Unix/Linux system administration, data security and the operation of networks and preparation for your Honours project
Year 4 (Honours)
You will study more advanced networking topics, including wireless networks, virtualisation, security and network automation, and undertake a network project designed to integrate your knowledge and skills.
Career prospects
Graduates of this degree work in companies including BT, Fanduel, Google, HP, IBM, Iomart and Morgan Stanley in a wide variety of roles mainly relating to network infrastructure management.
Placement/Work-based learning
You may undertake full-time or part-time placements in a commercial organisation. In recent years students have undertaken placements with Baillie-Gifford, the Department for International Development and Peugeot-Citroen.
Study abroad
You may study abroad while gaining credit towards your degree at one of our 80 educational partner organisations.
Professional recognition
The Honours degree is currently accredited by the British Computer Society, and will remain so, subject to reaccreditation by the BCS in 2017/18 - for full details see our website.
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Lanarkshire Campus
Paisley Campus
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