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University of Wales Trinity Saint David| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc | Full-time | 3 years | find out | 0 | 0 |
| BSc | Full-time | 3 years | find out | 0 | 0 |
Course Overview
This programme aims to provide a thorough knowledge and skills in the specialist area of networking. Students will use their expertise to design, implement and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures. The School is a Cisco Academy, an Academy Support Centre and an Instructor Training Centre. The School has been delivering Cisco Networking Academy programme since 1999. The undergraduate programme is blended with Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum. Cisco is the world's leading network device manufacturer and the CCNA is a prominent professional qualification in networking industry.
Key Features
This British Computer Society (BCS) accredited degree scheme is designed to produce suitably equipped graduates to work in the rapidly expanding software industry within the UK. The programme includes the fundamental concepts and principles of networks, routing, switching, WAN technologies and protocols.
Through our industrial links we have also developed a programme structure to provide students with the latest skills along with an appreciation of the demands of industry. This course contributes fully to the academic requirements for graduates to register for the status of Chartered IT Professional (CITP).
Applicants to this programme are numerate and logically-minded, and it is likely that they will have previously studied engineering, science, maths or information and communication technology. Such students will seek more specialised, networking, security, and wireless networking skills.
They learn, in-depth, a range of routing, switching, network security and WAN technologies to develop sophisticated and complex network infrastructures. Graduates would seek positions as system administrators, network administrators, network associate, etc.
Modules
Year 1 modules - MComp/BSc/HND/HNC
Year 2 modules - MComp/BSc/HND
Year 3 modules - MComp/BSc
Year 4 modules - MComp
Integrated Masters: MComp Computer Networks is a four-year fully-funded undergraduate programme, leading to a Masters-level qualification.
You would be expected to join employers on a fast track to management by learning specialist skills in:
Professional Accreditations
Successful completion of the Programme offers the eligibility for registration by the British Computer Society (BCS) of Chartered IT Professional (CITP) full status.
Course Tutor(s)
Assessment
The School of Applied Computing aims to produce graduates that help shape the future of network infrastructures. The course content is contemporary and shaped for employability through close links with local and national employers.
Students are assessed through a combination of laboratory based practicals, assignments, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of course work set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by written report and presentation.
Students are encouraged to use our links with Software Alliance Wales and Go Wales to work on commercial schemes for their Major Project module. Go Wales provides the opportunity of paid work placements with local businesses.
Career Opportunities
The programme emphasises four key themes within Computer Networking: routing and switching, emerging network technologies, network design, and security.
Graduates will be able to undertake a range of tasks associated with networking in organisations, and will be capable developing sophisticated solutions to networking problems.
It is anticipated that graduates in the field of computer networks (CN) would be able to find employment in a number of different areas of CN, including routing and switching, network design, and security.
It is expected that graduates would seek positions such as:
Here are some profiles of graduates from this programme and where they are now:
Further Information
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Additional Costs
It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.
Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as major project but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.
Entry Criteria
MComp Computer Networks and Security - UCAS CODE: C13K
120 UCAS tariff points (previously 300) to include two C grades at A-Level/AVCE; or
BTEC National Diploma grades Merit, Pass, Pass; or
BTEC National Certificate grades Merit, Merit; or
NVQ Level 3 - Pass
Subjects at Advanced Level should include Computing, ICT, Maths, Science or similar.
GCSE Maths Grade 4 (previously C) or above is preferred.
BSc Computer Networks - UCAS CODE: H611
104 UCAS tariff points (previously 260) to include two C grades at A-Level/AVCE; or
BTEC National Diploma grades Pass, Pass, Pass; or
BTEC National Certificate grades Merit, Pass; or
NVQ Level 3 - Pass
Please note that subjects at Advanced Level should/may include ICT, Computing, Maths, Physics or similar.
GCSE Maths Grade 4 (previously C) or above is preferred.
HND Computer Networks - UCAS CODE: 016H
48 UCAS tariff points (previously 120) to include a C grade at A-Level/AVCE; BTEC National Diploma/Certificate/Award - Pass; NVQ Level 3 - Pass.
Subjects at Advanced Level should include Maths, ICT, Physics or similar.
GCSE Maths Grade 4 (previously C) or above is preferred.
HNC Computer Networks
40 UCAS tariff points (previously 100)
Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
Typical International Baccalaureate Offer:
Please contact the Admissions Tutor for more information.
Other:
Applications from those offering alternative qualifications are welcome. Please contact the Admissions Tutor for more information.
Foundation Year in STEM - UCAS CODE: H61F
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