Computer Networks & Security (with Foundation Year), BSc (Hons)
University of Central LancashirePreston, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our practice-based Computer Networks & Security Foundation Year Degree will prepare you for a career in a rapidly changing industry. Find out more & apply now.
Key highlights
- Practice-based approach to learning computer networks and security
- Prepares students for careers in a rapidly changing industry
- Foundation year builds skills before progressing to degree-level study
Entry requirements
- BTEC: MPP — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: MM — BTEC Diploma
- UCAS tariff points: 64 — …at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP BTEC Diploma: MM Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: P (D or E) IELTS: 6.0 with no compone…
- T-level: Pass — …Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: P (D or E) IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
- GCSE: C/4 — to include Mathematics, English
Careers this course leads to
- Network engineer
- Cyber security analyst
- Network administrator
- Penetration tester
- IT security consultant
- Systems administrator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,325 per year
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 Central Lancashire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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