Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Birmingham City University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 85 graduates of Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons) and other courses in Software Engineering, Development & Programming at Birmingham City University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Software Engineering, Development & Programming.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Computing
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Software Engineering, Development & Programming at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25500 | £23500 | £28000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £30000 | £17500 - £29000 | £20000 - £35500 |
All Computing courses of Birmingham City University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Computing
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27961 | £25489 | £30091 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23885 - £33047 | £18348 - £32603 | £21339 - £39812 |
All Computing courses in the UK
Course Description
Fascinated by cyber security in today’s society? It’s a key concern for modern organisations in our digital world. BSc Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year focuses on the practical needs of businesses that require high quality computer and network security, ensuring you’re equipped for a career in this increasingly important industry.
Birmingham City University is also home to Cisco Systems and the Microsoft Academy Centre.
About the Foundation Year
The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study course that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Software Engineering, Development & Programming courses of Birmingham City University
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at Birmingham City University
| 50% | Elementary occupations |
| 20% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | |
| 10% | Engineering professionals |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Software Engineering, Development & Programming
All Software Engineering, Development & Programming courses of Birmingham City University
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no less than 5.5 in any level |
Costs
Tuition Fees Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16085 | year 1 |
| International | £16085 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Birmingham City University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Birmingham City University in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #46
- #601
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 17 university rankings of Birmingham City University
About Birmingham City University
Founded in 1853, Birmingham City University (BCU) is located in the city of Birmingham, England. The student population of this institution is made up of students from over 80 nationalities, which allows newly arrived foreign students to quickly feel welcome and at home. State-of-the-art facilities and resources await students on all courses, including the latest Engineering technology, 3D Printing studios, and Horology Workshops, just to name a few. BCU maintains a reputation for having a selective admissions process, so all applicants are recommended to prepare for their interview thoroughly.
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Student composition of Birmingham City University
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Total number of students enrolled at Birmingham City University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 20675
- postgraduates:
- 5010
- Total:
- 25685
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Computer Networks”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Computer Networks (Including Year Abroad) BEng (Hons) | University of Essex | 65% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £22750 | 116 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Computing (Computer Networks & Cyber Security) with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | University of Wales | - | - | - | £9000 | £13500 | - | Cardiff | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networks and Security with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | Birmingham City University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16085 | - | Birmingham | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networks and Security BSc | De Montfort University | - | 12% | 6% | £9250 | £15750 £16250 | 115 | Leicester | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networking and Cyber Security BSc (Hons) | London Metropolitan University | - | - | - | £9250 | £17600 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networking BSc (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | - | - | - | £9250 | £14500 | - | Paisley | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networks and Security BSc | Middlesex University | 73% | 10% | 27% | £9250 | £15100 | 99 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networks and Security BSc (Hons) | Birmingham City University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16085 | - | Birmingham | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Networks (including placement year) BEng (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £22750 | 120 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
