University of Hertfordshire

FdSc Computing Technologies (Networks and Cybersecurity) (West Herts College)

University of HertfordshireWest Herts College, United Kingdom

Course overview

This foundation degree in computer science gives you a strong grounding in computing, with a focus on networks and cybersecurity. You’ll gain hands-on experience with a variation of work-based learning and vocational study, equipping you with the practical skills employer's demand. Upon completion of your foundation course, you’ll have the opportunity to progress to the second or final year of a BSc Honours program, such as BSc in IT or BSc in Computer Science, based on your performance.

Key highlights

  • Strong grounding in computing with a focus on networks and cybersecurity
  • Hands-on experience through work-based learning and vocational study
  • Practical skills shaped around what employers demand
  • Progression to second or final year of a BSc Honours degree
  • Top-up routes include BSc IT or BSc Computer Science

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 48 — Text: Typical offer (UCAS points)48
  • A-level: DD — A Level: DD
  • International Baccalaureate: 48 — 48 UCAS points
  • BTEC: PPP — BTEC: PPP
  • T-level — Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Servic…

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000
  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000
  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000
  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000
  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Network technician
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • IT support technician
  • Network administrator
  • Security operations centre analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £6,400

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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