MSci Computer Science (Networks)
About this course
MSci Computer Science (Networks), an undergraduate computing degree focused on advanced network architectures, communications, and security infrastructure. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course includes an optional placement year of at least 30 weeks, and students can choose between a four-year full-time path or a five-year enrolment. The first year covers core foundations through Computer Fundamentals, Mathematics for Computing, and Programming. The second year progresses to Communications and Networking, Software Engineering, and Security Operations (SecOps). Year three introduces Internet and Wide Area Networks, Human Computer Interaction, and an Individual Project alongside optional topics like Deep Learning and Applications. The final fourth year features advanced study in IoT, Edge and Cloud Computing, Computational Modeling, and Network Science.
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Entry requirements
For 2027 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit).
What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 72%
- Learning opportunities: 69%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 89%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 8%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 71 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 71%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 11%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 34%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 12%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 11%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 73%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 71%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 52%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 370 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 20%
- South East: 29%
- South West: 34%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 85 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 91%
- Access course: 2%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 6%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Computer Fundamentals
- Mathematics for Computing
- Programming
- Network Essentials
- Introduction to Cyber Security
- Computing and Society
- Communications and Networking
- Software Engineering
- Security Operations (SecOps)
- Networks and Cyber Management
- Technological Innovations in Cyber Security
- Software Business
- Internet and Wide Area Networks
- Human Computer Interaction
- Individual Project
- Digital Futures
- Digital Innovation and Transformation
- Systems Development
- Data Visualisation and Storytelling
- Deep Learning and Applications
- IoT, Edge and Cloud Computing
- Computational Modeling
- Quantum Computing
- Network Science
- Integrated Masters Teamwork
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £39,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £53,500. The £39,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University do next?
83% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University?
72% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 87 UCAS points.
Does MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MSci Computer Science (Networks) at Bournemouth University?
89% of students continued into their second year, and 8% left higher education.