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Course starts: 18 September 2023Apply now
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If you are applying for this course from within the UK/EU, click apply now
Course starts: 18 September 2023Apply now
Master the knowledge needed to become a web programmer or software developer. Immerse yourself in Cisco systems and topics such as project management and ethical hacking. Graduate with the skills to work in a range of careers in an ever-evolving and increasingly important sector.
BSc (Hons) Network Systems allows you to top-up your existing qualification in just one year.
You will have full access to the University’s outstanding IT facilities, which include specialist computer forensics laboratories. We are also an accredited Cisco Academy and have two laboratories packed with Cisco networking equipment including routers, switches, terminals and specialist equipment for simulating frame relay and ISDN links.
Topics include project management, telecommunications, product development and advanced routing.
We will make all reasonable efforts to provide the courses and student experience outlined. It may be necessary to make changes in response to COVID-19 whilst we continue to follow government guidance. View our FAQs for more information or contact us.
A typical week for you will include lectures, tutorials, seminars and laboratory sessions. We also use the University’s virtual learning environment for group activities, discussions, assignments and links to resources. We encourage you to develop independent study skills as well as to work with other students on the course.
As well as assessments that count towards your degree, there are also on-going assessments for feedback and consolidating your learning. Assessment methods include coursework and exams.
We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.
The typical entry requirement is successful completion of one of the following:
There is a range of qualifications that would satisfy the entry requirements and we will consider each application individually.
If English is not your first language, please see our English language requirements.
The annual fee for this course is:
Please note, applications are currently closed to international students.
*European Union (EU), EEA (European Economic Area), and Swiss nationals who do not qualify for the EU Settlement Scheme are classed as international, however, for 23/24 admission you will receive a European student fee scholarship and will pay the home tuition fee rate for the duration of your studies. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter. Learn more in our Help and Advice article.
Take a look at the Your Finances section to find out about the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.
This information was correct at the time of publication.
This course has a strong emphasis on real-world learning that boosts employability and equips you to make a bigger contribution in the workplace.
The top type of job gained by our graduates is ‘information and communication technology professional’.
Our graduates have become web programmers, IT managers, information analysts and software developers. Employers that have taken on our graduates include Sage, British Airways and the NHS. Other graduates have started their own businesses or become software contractors earning over £50,000 a year.
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