Computer Science (Network Computing) with Placement Year

Network computing is the engineering and science of the systems that connect computers, devices, and people. As organisations and individuals become more digitally connected and as cloud computing, the internet of things, and remote working reshape how infrastructure is built and used, the importance of networks, and the security challenges that come with them, has never been greater. A degree in computer science with a network computing specialism gives you both the broad technical foundation of computing and the deep specialist knowledge of networks, security, and connected systems that employers in technology need.

At Brunel University London, this four-year full-time degree with foundation year and placement year develops your understanding of core computer science principles before you specialise in network computing. The foundation year builds the mathematical and technical foundations needed for degree-level study, and the placement year provides structured professional experience in a technology or networking environment. You will develop a thorough grounding in computer science fundamentals alongside a detailed understanding of network architecture, cloud computing, network security, and privacy.

With network connectivity at the heart of modern organisations, and with the security requirements that come with it, the skills this specialisation develops are consistently in demand across virtually every sector of the economy.

You will build both theoretical understanding and practical technical skills, developing the ability to design, implement, and secure the networked systems that modern organisations depend on.

Graduates go on to careers as network engineers, cybersecurity specialists, cloud computing professionals, systems administrators, IT consultants, and software developers across industries including finance, telecommunications, healthcare, government, and technology. Many continue to postgraduate study in network computing, cybersecurity, or computer science. Brunel's engineering tradition and its placement programme give graduates a strong professional footing from the outset of their careers.