BSc Computer Networks & Security
About this course
The BSc (Hons) in Computer Networks & Security is an undergraduate degree focused on network infrastructure, system security, and defensive technologies. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, and Project Management. Students can choose to undertake an optional placement year or a foundation year as part of their studies. The first year covers core foundations through compulsory modules such as Programming, Introduction to Networking, Computer Systems and Security, and Systems Analysis and Database Design. The second year progresses to network routing, information management, and device communication via Interacting with the Internet of Things, Cyber Security, and Introduction to Network Routing. The final year involves advanced networking and security practices through Wireless and Mobile Networks, Advanced Network Routing, Penetration Testing, and the Honours Degree Project. Optional modules in the final year include Cloud Computing and Advanced Cyber Security.
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Entry requirements
96-112 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM-DMM BTEC Diploma: DD-D*D* Pass Access Course: 96-112 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 96-112 points from Higher Level subjects T Level: P (C+) - M IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSE: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
What students say
Based on about 34 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Gained a higher qualification: 15%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 82%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 1%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 76%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 22%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- The Computing Challenge
- Introduction to Networking
- Programming
- Computer Systems and Security
- Systems Analysis and Database Design
- Web Technologies
- The Agile Professional
- Introduction to Network Routing
- Information Security Management
- Network Management
- Interacting with the Internet of Things
- Cyber Security
- Wireless and Mobile Networks
- Honours Degree Project
- Advanced Network Routing
- Penetration Testing
- Cloud Computing
- Advanced Cyber Security
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £40,500. The £27,500 median after five years is £8,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire?
The average entrant had 100 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Does BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Networks & Security at University of Lancashire?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.