Foundation Degree in Computing (Networking)
An award of the University of Teesside delivered in partnership with Stockton Riverside College.
This Foundation Degree enables students to gain a broad knowledge base in a wide area of computer-based topics, including IT Applications and User Support. The course has an emphasis towards computer networking and has four networking based modules which can lead towards additional accreditation with CISCO, the National Standard in Networking. Work-based learning also plays a major part in the degree; this will involve students undertaking activities at employers’ premises for the equivalent of 1 day a week during years 2 and 3.
On successful completion of the Foundation Degree, students may progress to the final year of a relevant Honours Degree at University, or part-time at SRC (subject to approval). Students will also be eligible to take the CISCO Academy exams if they desire.
Entry requirements:
A level three qualification or relevant experience
Mode of Delivery:
3 years part-time
2 evenings per week
(Monday and Tuesday)
Modules Covered:
- Professional studies 1
- IT applications
- Principles of computer maintenance
- Networking theory and concepts
- Professional studies 2
- Introduction to routers
- User support
- Work-based learning 1
- Network administration
- Advanced routers
- WAN technology
- Work-based learning 2
Progression Route:
- Final year of Honours Degree
- BSc Computer Science
- Top Up Degree
Awarding Body:
University of Teesside
Course Fee:
To be advised, for further information please contact the University of Teesside on (01642) 342171 or email finance@tees.ac.uk
If a learner is over 19, and not in receipt of certain benefits (see Fees and Funding) then a fee may be payable. If a learner has not been resident in the EU for the 3 years prior to the commencement of their course, then a fee may be payable.
In both instances, please contact the college for further details.
Terms and Conditions (PDF, 1.93MB)
Please note that the contents published in this course guide are correct at the time of publication. The college reserves the right to make changes or withdraw courses.
