IT Networking and Security

Foundation degree

Blended learning in Luton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Foundation degree

  • Methodology

    Blended

  • Location

    Luton

  • Duration

    2 Years

About the course The growth of the knowledge economy comes with enormous opportunities – to enrich people’s lives and increase national prosperity. But to make the most of these opportunities, a growing number of highly skilled IT technicians need to join the workforce – trained in the skills and knowledge that will enable them to drive technical development whilst keeping data networks safe and valuable information secure. This course aims to provide you with the technical skills and knowledge to set up and administer scalable networks and enjoy a rewarding career in this area, along with transferable skills which open up opportunities in related computing roles. This course is delivered in partnership with Bedford College.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Luton (Bedfordshire)
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University Of Bedfordshire Business School, Luton Campus (Vicarage Street), LU1 3JU

Start date

On request

About this course

A foundation degree will be of particular interest if you have completed a Modern Apprenticeship, vocational A levels, BTEC National or equivalent. Foundation degrees are also particularly suitable if you want to qualify while working. / entry As a guideline, a typical offer would require you to obtain a UCAS tariff score of between points, based on your level 3 studies. Many students studying for foundation degrees come to us through work-based routes so you can apply for a foundation degree even if you don't have traditional academic qualifications. .

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Subjects

  • Networking
  • Computing
  • Networks

Course programme

  • Learn the technical skills you will need to enter a career in IT, using a range of teaching and learning methods including lectures, case study, group work, workshops, research activities, role play and computer-based learning
  • Study in well-equipped laboratories with specialised hardware and software enabling you to experience realistic, work-related scenarios
  • Develop valuable career management skills as well as essential technical knowledge
  • Gain realistic technical experience to back up your theoretical knowledge
  • Opportunity to study a HE course in small student groups with easily accessible tutors
Year 1
  • Introduction to Programming
  • PPAD
  • Systems Analysis & Development
  • Introduction to Networking
  • PC Essentials
  • Windows Server Administration
Year 2
  • Web Development
  • WR Project
  • PDP
  • Advanced Networking
  • Implementing Secure Networks
The course will be based on a series of weekly lectures, classes, small group seminars and workshops. These will be delivered in the Computing Department IT suites.

IT Networking and Security

Price on request