Computer Networks and Security (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Computer scienceSoftware engineering

Computer Networks and Security (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 4 years. 71% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

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UCAS Points

64 points

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Student Satisfaction

71.21%

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About this course

Course Overview

Our practice-based Computer Networks and Security with Foundation Year Degree will prepare you for a career in a rapidly changing industry. It’s a fascinating area to work in.

Why study with us

- You’ll learn about the latest developments in wired and wireless computer networking and security, underpinned by relevant theory providing a broad view of the networking industry.

- Supported by teaching in purpose-built laboratories, you’ll use specialist software to develop your networking and security skills.

- Supported by teaching in purpose-built laboratories, you’ll use specialist software to develop your networking and security skills.

What you’ll do

- The course covers core computing skills and legal, social, ethical and commercial issues.

- You’ll gain a range of transferable skills, allowing you to work across the computing industry, as well as in other graduate careers.

- Where possible, we make software available for use on your own PC.

Accreditations

- The CITP provides independent recognition for professionals in the IT industry. This course has accreditation leading to BCS Professional Member (MBCS), Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) and partial CEng exemption from the BCS, the professional computing body.

- The BCS are the professional body for computing and provide recognition for professionals in the IT industry. This course has accreditation leading to BCS Professional Member (MBCS), Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) and partial CEng exemption from the BCS.

- We are an Educational Member of the British Computer Society providing benefits to our students such a free BCS membership for the duration of their Computer Science course. This help connections with the tech industry through BCS mentors, enables access to bespoke events with industry experts, as well as interactive career tools include CV writer, interview simulator, personal assessments and e-learning.

Future careers

This Computer Networks and Security Foundation Year Degree is a stepping stone to a rewarding career in network security, management, design and implementation.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
BTEC MPP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science, Software engineering