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BSC (Honours) Computing and IT (Communications and Networking)

3 Years Online Bachelors Program

Open University

Program Overview

you'll gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of communications technologies. You'll achieve a sound understanding of the principles of hardware and systems-based technologies, and the ability to apply your knowledge and skills in a broad range of industries and organisations. As a Cisco Academy, The Open University offers the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (CCENT and CCNA) curriculum, which provides the knowledge, understanding, and skills needed to configure a LAN/WAN using Cisco equipment.Provides opportunities for hands-on experience of configuring networks through day schools.Gives you an insight into the possibilities and constraints of modern communications technology,Upon completion of the Cisco CCNA curriculum, puts you in a position to take CCNA certification, a widely recognised advanced work-based qualification

Program Key Stats

£19008



Eligibility Criteria

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5.5

Additional Information & Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification; however, you'll need some basic knowledge of computing, and the ability to read and write to a good standard of English.

Career Options

  • Research by e-Skills UK has shown that IT and telecommunications now employs 1 in 20 of the UK workforce
  • It also suggests the digital sector will need nearly 300
  • 000 new recruits by 2020 to meet the demand for skills in this area
  • Computing and IT graduates are in demand by providers (such as software houses) and user organisations alike
  • The extensive range of organisations employing computing and IT graduates includes retail
  • financial services
  • leisure and gaming
  • telecommunications
  • broadcast media
  • digital media
  • manufacturing
  • transport
  • tourism
  • the public sector and healthcare
  • Growth areas and areas of high demand include cyber security
  • mobile development
  • cloud computing and the management of Big Data
  • Beyond pure technology roles
  • some graduates also enter management consultancy firms or corporate roles
  • while others go into technical writing roles or work freelance
  • Many graduate-level jobs are open to graduates of any discipline
  • particularly in business
  • finance
  • management consultancy and the public sector
  • Some careers may require further study
  • training and/or work experience beyond your degree

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