BSc (Hons) Computing (Networking, Security and Forensics)
Bachelor's degree
In Ormskirk
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Bachelor's degree
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Ormskirk
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3 Years
The systems and information that networks contain are key assets for organisations and so it is essential they are run professionally. This degree will prepare you to manage modern IT infrastructures, but will take you beyond technical network administration to integrate IT management, project management, network theory and practice, and security and forensics. You will develop both the technical and managerial perspectives to view the network as a strategic resource. Working on real life projects, using industry-standard equipment, you will be part of a lively learning environment and you will benefit from a short placement and an optional year-long placement.
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This degree prepares you for entry into computing support positions, such as security analyst, security penetration tester, database administrator, software support specialist, computer sales professional, network engineer/administrator, IT manager and IT support. Alternatively, you may wish to train to teach.
120 UCAS Tariff points on the new UCAS Tariff, for which no specific subjects are required, plus evidence of numeracy.
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- Systems
- Network
- Network Training
- Networks
- Project
- Networking
- Security
- Forensics
- Computing
- Computer Science
- Web Design
- Computer networks
- Computer Systems Architecture
- Mobile Networks
- Operating Systems
- IT Management
Course programme
Year 1
CIS1107 Foundations of Computer Science (20 credits)
CIS1108 Digital World: Information Systems and Design (20 credits)
CIS1109 Digital World: Computer Architecture and Networks (20 credits)
CIS1110 Web Design and Development (20 credits)
CIS1111 Programming: Concepts to Construction 1 (20 credits)
CIS1112 Programming: Concepts to Construction 2 (20 credits)
Language modules in French, Spanish or Mandarin, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, are available to study as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied instead of CIS1107 Foundations of Computer Science.
Year 2
CIS2143 Databases (20 credits)
CIS2145 Computer Networks (20 credits)
CIS2151 Introduction to Security (20 credits)
CIS2153 Computer Systems Architecture (20 credits)
CIS2162 Employability (20 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
CIS2159 Wireless and Mobile Networks (20 credits)
CIS2165 Introduction to Digital Forensics (20 credits)
Year 3
CIS3140 Research and Development Project (40 credits)
CIS3142 Operating Systems (20 credits)
CIS3161 Research and Development Methods (20 credits)
You will select two of the following modules:
CIS3144 Forensic Computing (20 credits)
CIS3150 IT Management (20 credits)
CIS3151 Internet Security (20 credits)
CIS3154 System Penetration Testing (20 credits)
CIS3155 Advanced Databases (20 credits)
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Additional information
How will I be assessed?
The pattern of assessment is varied and designed to ensure you acquire a range of skills, particularly those required by future employers. You will design and write programs, write reports and essays, critically analyse documents, deliver oral presentations and undertake examinations. We want you to develop an ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by staff who are passionate about student learning and development. The programme team are specialists in computing and active researchers in areas including mobile computing, distributed systems, e-commerce, web information architecture, visualisation and applications of problem-based learning in computing and information systems. Academic staff are regular contributors to academic conferences and journals.
BSc (Hons) Computing (Networking, Security and Forensics)