BSc Computer Networks and Security

The BSc Computer Networks and Security at the University of Portsmouth is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). It fully meets the educational requirements for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and those for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. It is designed for individuals who want to build careers in networking, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure.

During this programme, you will cover core topics such as network design and administration, cybersecurity principles, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cloud technologies, and systems security. You will also develop skills including problem-solving, secure systems design, programming, and technical communication, all essential for working in modern IT and security environments.

For this course, you will learn through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical application. You will attend lectures and tutorials, work on group projects, and carry out hands-on tasks in specialised labs using industry-recognised tools and platforms.

Notably, you will apply what you have learned through a final-year individual project and have the opportunity to take an optional placement year to gain industry experience. Assessment occurs through coursework, practical assignments, presentations, examinations, and your final project.

The University of Portsmouth, located in Hampshire, UK, was founded in the year 1992. It offers a wide range of courses (undergraduate and postgraduate) across several disciplines, including Business, Engineering, Science, Law, and Technology.

The university holds accreditations from bodies such as the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), and its courses are accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

These are the standard entry requirements to study a BSc Computer Networks and Security at the University of Portsmouth:

Grade requirements:

• Applicants should have 112-120 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent qualifications. Ideally, applicants should have BBB-BBC (A-Levels), DDM-DMM (BTEC), or 29 points overall in the International Baccalaureate.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study BSc Computer Networks and Security at the University of Portsmouth is £19,200 per year of study. However, this fee does not cover extra costs such as the placement year, accommodation and personal items of study, and general costs of living.

International students at the University of Portsmouth have several funding options available to them. Self-funding students are eligible to apply for the Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which is awarded based on merit. It is a £5,000 fee reduction for the first year of studies.

With a BSc Computer Networks and Security from the University of Portsmouth, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:

• Network Security Analyst
• Cybersecurity Consultant
• IT Security Engineer
• Network Administrator
• Penetration Tester
• Systems Analyst

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.