Computer Networks and Security at De Montfort University

This course aims to meet the increasing demands for combining computer networks, security and programming expertise raised by the growing adoption of the next-generation network services. This degree programme will equip graduates who are capable of meeting the increasing demands for combining computer networks, security, and programming expertise raised by the growing adoption of the next-generation network (NGN) services, e.g., VoIP, and Next Generation Network Model, i.e., SDN and NFV, where network devices have turned to be a programmable virtual entity on the cloud.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: 3 years full time, 4 years with placement  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Foundation of Computing and Cyber Security, Endpoint Security, Secure Coding, Computer Networks. Year 2: Secure Scripting and Business Applications, Enterprise Networking, Penetration Testing, Industrial Cryptography. Year 3: Network Security, Network Development.

Career pathways

This programme has been developed to help give you the skills needed for careers in the computer networks and cyber security industry.

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