University of Sunderland

Network Systems (Top-Up)

* Exceptions may apply.  Please see Fees and Finance for further information.

Introduction

Are you excited by opportunities in IT, and would like to develop a successful career in network systems? If you have a foundation degree, HND or equivalent in a computer networking discipline, you can complete this top-up programme to gain a BSc (Hons) Network Systems in one year.

This programme has a strong technical flavour and is a good choice if you want to further develop an in-depth knowledge of networking technologies applicable to scientific, industrial and commercial areas.

The programme draws together a package of technical knowledge and skills. You will explore the specifics of today's Information Technology, as well as the underlying themes that will underpin developments in the years ahead.

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Course Content

Level 3
Core Modules:

• Project Management
• Telecommunications
• Concurrent and Distributed Systems
• Network Management
• Artefact
• Research

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Entry Requirements

An HND or Foundation Degree in an appropriate discipline with the necessary pre-requisite skills and knowledge.

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Fees and Finance

The fees for this course are as specified in the table at the top of the page.

Please note that different fees apply to students studying for "Equivalent or Lower Qualifications" (ELQs). For more information about ELQs, please see the page Information for applicants who already have an HE Qualification.

For information about University scholarships and bursaries please see the page Fees and Finance.

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Teaching and Assessment

Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars and laboratory sessions.

Assessment is principally by coursework and examinations although other techniques including presentations and peer assessed group work are also used.

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Career Opportunities

This course will give you the knowledge and skills required by the network systems engineer in the absorbing and challenging field of developing large-scale computer systems.

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Supplemental Information

This course will suit you if you are excited by new possibilities being opened up by information technology. As a computing professional you could be at the leading edge of these exciting developments in our society; if you want to gather skills and experience for a successful career in network systems; it is a programme that draws together a package of complementary technical knowledge and skills, including the specifics of today's information technology, and the underlying themes, which will underpin developments in the years ahead;

if you are looking for a course with a strong technical flavour this course is a good choice if you want to develop an in-depth knowledge of networking technologies applicable to scientific, industrial and commercial areas;

and if you are a committed and enthusiastic person this course will give you the challenge you are looking for.

If you choose to study BSc (Hons) Network Systems (Top-Up) we want your experience to be both fulfilling and enjoyable. This is a demanding course, and to get the most from it you will need to be committed and flexible, willing to engage in a variety of learning techniques and keen to bring your own ideas into assignments and project work.

The Department of Computing, Engineering and Technology is a Microsoft Regional Centre for the North of England and a Certified Cisco Academy for both Associate (CCNA) and Professional (CCNP) levels.

Students also get free access to the Internet for their laptop via the University's wireless network or via a number of designated areas with suitable networking points.

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Facilities

World Class Web/Design Tools
The University of Sunderland has made a significant investment in providing students with access to the latest releases of Adobe products.

Selected PCs within the St Peter's and Murray Libraries have been pre-loaded with the Creative Suite 5 CS5 Adobe Design Premium Suite for your exclusive use.

CS5 Creative includes key products such as Indesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver as well as Photoshop and a range of many others.

Further information is available from:

http://www.adobe.com/uk/products/creativesuite/design/

For information regarding locations of PC or Macs within your own faculty that have access to Adobe products please contact your Faculty IT Support.

If you are interested in purchasing Adobe products for your own PC/Mac Adobe offer significant savings for student purchases via any of its approved re-sellers.

Please visit:

http://www.student-software.co.uk/

All students of this programme will be provided with free Internet and email facilities and have access to one of the most modern and best equipped computing environments in the UK. The open plan David Goldman Informatics Centre is equipped with over 500 PC's and Sun Workstations.

There are also excellent library facilities on Campus and electronically and student both nearby.

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Related Courses

• Network Computing
• Network Systems

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