This two-year course has been designed to meet the requirements iof applicants who already possess an appropriate HND, by providing a two-year top-up programme leading to an Honours degree

The vast majority of companies, whether large or small, may have their own computer network systems which are vital to their operation. These networks are used for communication, for storing data and for sharing information. This applies across a wide range of companies, including the energy industry, the health sector, and banking and finance. These companies require specialist staff who can manage and develop these networks.

This course will provide you with the specialist knowledge and skills needed to confidently undertake this role within public and private sector organisations.

The course consists of groups of modules which are designed to develop different aspects of your ability to work in this area. The School of Engineering is a Cisco Regional Academy and training for the Cisco CCNA is an integral part of the course. Completing this training prepares you for Cisco Certified Network Associate certification, a qualification which is recognised world-wide.

Stage 3

• Cisco CCNA Exploration Stage 3
• Network Design
• Network Protocols and Performance
• Network Management
• Work Placement (year 3)
• OR Without Placement
  • Principles of Management
  • Interactive Multimedia
  • Introduction to Safety and Risk Management
  • Group Project (Engineering Stage 3)

Stage 4

• Work Placement (year 4)
• OR Without Placement
  • Enterprise Network Design
  • UNIX Management
  • Wireless LANs
  • Internet Based Programming
• Internet Security
• Cisco CCNA Stage 4
• Honours Project (Engineering)

This course does not have a year 1 or 2 as the requirements are an HND Technical Support qualification with Cisco CCNA Exploration Network Fundamentals plus Routing Protocols and Concepts training from partner FE Colleges will be considered for entry to year 3.

Alternative Qualifications: Equivalent overseas qualifications,SQA, BTEC, S/NVQs and some Access programmes may be considered. Applications welcomed from students with alternative qualifications and relevant work experience.

* All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.

You have the opportunity to undertake a 1-year placement in industry as part of the course. The confidence and experience you will acquire during a placement will make you more employable and put you one step ahead of the competition when you graduate.

If you are a Scottish resident or EU national you are not liable to pay fees and should apply to SAAS for funding.

Students from other parts of the UK should visit the appropriate website:

• England - http://www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk/ 
• Wales - http://www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/ 
• Northern Ireland - http://www.studentfinanceni.co.uk/

Scholarships

• Information on Engineering Scholarships

All course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.

All applicants must apply online at www.ucas.com/apply.

Once you register and create your username and password you are guided through the process of applying. After submission, log in to your UCAS Track account and you can see the progress of your application, view your offers and respond to them.

There are challenging career opportunities in the development and management of computer networks for large and small organisations. Some of our graduates have gone on to become: network engineers, network managers, technical consultants, security engineers, network specialists and IT consultants.