Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Computer Networking and Cloud Security (H203)

Taught in the School of Computing and Digital Media, this course will equip students with the latest technical and practical knowledge of computer networks, along with the cloud and security technologies that are indispensable for both business and personal users. As students progress through this specialist programme, they will acquire the skills to assess, plan, design and develop secure and reliable networks and systems.

During their studies on this Computer Networking and Cloud Security BSc course, students will learn

• to secure systems from hardware and software vulnerabilities and organised hacking through a Cisco and Palo Alto based skills-set • prevention methods to both known and unknown attacks and the features of next generation firewalls, including user identification, data/URL filtering and denial of service prevention

Supported by training in its theory, the practice-led approach makes use of the equipment and tools which are considered indispensable across the industry, which in turn best prepares students as they make a start on their career. This computer networking and cloud security undergraduate course will ensure students graduate with the relevant skills for their next job, but it doesn’t stop there. Students will also have a range of stimulating optional modules to choose from. Then there’s the Network Academy, which provides the opportunity to gain additional professional qualifications (Cisco and Palo Alto certification).

This degree is career-focused and vocational elements are integrated within the course content. With these skills, students will hit the ground running to begin their career in the exciting and growing field of cyber security operations!

The Computer Networking and Cloud Security BEng combines theory with hands-on practice in the state-of-the-art networking and virtual laboratories. London Metropolitan University is the proud home of the UK’s first ever Cisco Networking Academy and the first ever Palo Alto Networks regional academy.

The course also incorporates Cisco CCNA, CCNA security, CCNA infrastructure security essentials, CCNA cyber operations and Palo Alto Gateway and infrastructure configuration – this industrial recognition will give students a competitive advantage, graduating with an abundance of sought-after and recognised certifications in addition to the degree.

Throughout the course, students will be supported by highly-qualified teaching staff who have strong links with industry.

An International Bright Futures Scholarship in the amount of £3,000 will automatically be applied to eligible students with overseas fee status starting a degree with London Met in the 2024/25 academic year. This scholarship includes a tuition fee reduction for the duration of students' studies and is applicable to both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Tuition Deposit is £4,000 for all students excluding those from Punjab and Haryana for whom the deposit amount will remain at 50%