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Computer Networks and Cybersecurity

Coleg Sir Gar
Qualification
Degree
Length
2 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Robin · your guide
Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.
About this course

Are you interested in keeping digital information safe and building secure computer systems? Our Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity is here to help you learn these important skills.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
<48 pts20%
48-63 pts30%
64-79 pts20%
96-111 pts10%
144-159 pts10%
How they qualified
93% got in with no formal qualifications. The rest came in a mix of ways:
no formal qualifications93%
A-levels6%
other higher education1%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
55%
In work or further study after
90%
Continue past first year
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations20%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled20%
Process, plant and machine operatives20%
Skilled trades occupations10%
Sales occupations10%
Customer service occupations10%
Elementary occupations10%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Highly recommend
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — local cost of living is manageable if you shar…
Class of 2023 · Full-time
★★★★★
Would do it again
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the career fair connections with top tech employers are genuinely valuable. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — go…
Class of 2023 · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
Data EngineerBlockchain DeveloperCybersecurity AnalystCryptographerNetwork EngineerProgrammers and Software Development Professionals n.e.c.
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on Coleg Sir Gar's own site.
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