Computing (Network Systems), BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Course summary

Our computing degree specialising in network systems provides the skills you need for careers in computing, such as networking and systems management.This course examines in detail how computer systems are designed and developed. You'll have the opportunity to use many different types of hardware and software and gain a variety of skills. Our computing courses are designed with industry support to meet the needs of employers, and this degree is accredited by industry bodies.A pathway in network systems gives you greater insight into the technology and concepts that make systems work. This will help you to establish and maintain network systems, diagnose network problems, and provide technical support in information technology teams.What you should know about this course

• The degree encompasses a theoretical understanding and practical experience of designing, constructing and modifying a wide range of systems.

• Specialist endorsement degree will help you build a career within your chosen area, and gain the valuable skills employers are looking for.

• You will gain theoretical and practical experience of network systems, problems, and support, using the very latest technologies.

• By undertaking a work placement, you'll discover what it takes to become an database administrator, website developer, or systems designer.

• The University of Greenwich has a long-standing relationship with the British Computer Society (BCS), which accredits our computing degree programmes. As this programme was extensively updated in 2019, it has a current designation of Initial Full Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) accreditation for the 2019 intake. The accreditation status is expected to be confirmed in autumn 2022 after the first cohort of students graduate. Students will be kept updated on the status of this, in the very unlikely event that this does not progress as expected the university will support students with individual BCS membership applications at the point of graduation.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.