Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
About this course
BSc Hons, Foundation in Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time), a computer science degree focusing on technical networking and security infrastructure. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, and Data Analysis. The course includes a foundation year and incorporates hands-on experience using industry equipment such as Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through compulsory modules including Analysing and Solving Problems, Introduction to Computer Programming, Introduction to Computer Systems, Introduction to Mathematics and Science, Academic Skills, and Integrating Project. The second year builds core competencies with Data Analysis & Visualisation, Software Development, Computer Architecture and Operating Systems, Introduction to Web and Database Concepts, Network and Cybersecurity Essentials, and Learning in the Digital Era. The third year progresses to Network Operating Systems and Services, Advanced Networking, Network Programmability, Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation, Data Security and Compliance, and Computer Forensics. The final year concludes with an Independent Project, Emerging Trends, Switching, Routing and Wireless, Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation, Industrial Based Research, and Advanced Cyber Security.
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Entry requirements
32 UCAS Tariff Points e.g. A-levels: E, BTEC: PPP, IB: 24
What students say
Based on about 77 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 130 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 74%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 19%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 85%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 125 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 11%
- Other HE qualification: 80%
- Other qualifications: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 7%
Modules
- Analysing and Solving Problems
- Introduction to Computer Programming
- Introduction to Computer Systems
- Introduction to Mathematics and Science
- Academic Skills
- Integrating Project
- Data Analysis & Visualisation
- Software Development
- Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
- Introduction to Web and Database Concepts
- Network and Cybersecurity Essentials
- Learning in the Digital Era
- Network Operating Systems and Services
- Advanced Networking
- Network Programmability
- Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation
- Data Security and Compliance
- Computer Forensics
- Independent Project
- Emerging Trends
- Switching, Routing and Wireless
- Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation
- Industrial Based Research
- Advanced Cyber Security
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £38,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
Are students happy with the teaching on Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
The typical offer is E at A level. The average entrant had 97 UCAS points.
How many students continue on Computing (Computer Networks and Cybersecurity) with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
74% of students continued into their second year, and 19% left higher education.