Computer Networks and Security University of Portsmouth

Award	Attendance	Study	Duration	Start	Domestic fees	International fees
BSc (Hons)	On-Campus	Full-time, Sandwich	3 - 4 years	September	find out	find out

Course fee notes

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance

Course overview

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.

Graduate destinations

Our graduates have worked for companies such as:

CISCO
VMWare
Syamntec
BAE Systems
Morgan Stanley
Lockheed Martin
Deutsche Bank

What jobs can you do with a computer networks degree?

Our graduates now work in roles including:

solutions architect
network engineer
presales technical consultant
service desk engineer
network and systems engineer

Ongoing careers support

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.

Futureproof your career

Placement year opportunities

Taking an optional placement year gives you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. You could work in a paid role in a professional organisation or set up your own business, giving you the chance to grow your professional network and enhance your CV.

We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.

You could also choose to set up your own business with support from us.

Potential roles

Previous students have taken placement roles such as: