BSc (Hons) Computer Networks

Why choose the BSc (Hons) Computer Networks?

✓		Αccredited programme of studies in Computing and Computer Networks offered in Greece a UK University.
✓		Successful completion of programme BSc (Hons) Computer Networks at Metropolitan College leads to the award of Bachelor of Science by the University of East London.
✓		A specialised programme of study clearly oriented towards Computer Networks.
✓		The largest investment in modern specialized IT laboratories.
✓		Opportunity to gain CISCO certifications during the course of their studies. Metropolitan College is the first college in Greece that was recognised as an official certified CISCO centre.
✓		Wide array of specialised seminars delivered by SAP members. Since 2013 Metropolitan College is a member of the international network SAP Alliances.
✓		International recognition of the awarded degree and employment opportunities in the wide network of cooperating companies where final year students do a practice-based placement.
✓		Opportunity to enroll on the only postgraduate programme in Computer Forensics offered in Greece by a UK University.

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	Description The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks constitutes a specialised programme of study in Computing, with a clear focus on Computer Networks. Nowadays, almost all computers are connected to a network. Most computers are either connected to the Internet or a LAN network at home or at work. In essence, Computer Networks constitute the means through which computer units are connected to each other and exchange data, while companies use them to achieve their strategic goals. Computer Networks and the Web have changed the way we live, work, learn and have fun. The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks prepares students for a successful career in Computer Systems and Computing in general. The curriculum is comprehensive and based on the principles and applications of the design, development and maintenance of networks to be used by local and international organisations. It places emphasis on the balanced development of the analytical, administrative and managerial skills of students with a view to helping them succeed professionally, while it also combines the necessary theoretical knowledge with the required practical skills. Students are asked to complete projects which help them meet the demands of the profession. In addition, the curriculum encourages research and problem-solving, thus preparing students for managerial positions in the field. Duration: 3 years

	Modules
	YEAR 1 Web Authoring and Web Management Introduction to Software Development Academic Skills For Computing Visual Programming Introduction to Computer Systems Introduction to Computer Networking
	YEAR 2 Professional Issues in ICT Operating Systems Internet Connectivity Network Systems and Technologies Database Systems Software Development
	YEAR 3 Advanced Topics in Networks Network Programming Research Skills Project Network Security Distributed Systems


	Career Prospects The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks offers the necessary skills to those who wish to advance professionally in the areas of Computer Networks, Telecommunications and Computing in general. Graduates of the programme can: Pursue a career in Greek and multinational companies as: Network Engineers Network Analysts Internet Network Specialists Hardware Applications Coordinators, etc. Work as consultants in the areas of IT, Communications and Networks in commercial companies, as well as the public and the private sectors. Get certified by the globally recognised British bodies IMIS (Institute for the Management of Information Systems) and BCS (British Computing Society). Continue their studies at postgraduate level in Greece and abroad.
	Admission Requirements The programme is addressed to high-school leavers who wish to pursue a career in the area of Computer Networks and Computing in general. Required documentation: Copy of High School Certificate Letters of Recommendation by High School teachers Copy of Identity Card Passport-sized photos Copy of English language certificate (if required) Other certificates/degrees AMC Application Form A personal interview complements the evaluation of the above documentation. Cases of candidates with proven knowledge in the field in addition to their secondary education are examined on a case-by-case basis.
	Academic Staff The academic staff of the School of Computing consists of distinguished lecturers, holders of Masters and PhD degrees with extensive research and teaching experience at Greek and foreign Universities plus professional recognition in their field of expertise. In their majority they have extensive academic, research and professional experience in various projects of their specialization and can acquaint students with the latest technological developments and trends. They can also help students put to practice the theoretical knowledge they acquire in class.

Description

The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks constitutes a specialised programme of study in Computing, with a clear focus on Computer Networks. Nowadays, almost all computers are connected to a network. Most computers are either connected to the Internet or a LAN network at home or at work. In essence, Computer Networks constitute the means through which computer units are connected to each other and exchange data, while companies use them to achieve their strategic goals. Computer Networks and the Web have changed the way we live, work, learn and have fun. The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks prepares students for a successful career in Computer Systems and Computing in general. The curriculum is comprehensive and based on the principles and applications of the design, development and maintenance of networks to be used by local and international organisations. It places emphasis on the balanced development of the analytical, administrative and managerial skills of students with a view to helping them succeed professionally, while it also combines the necessary theoretical knowledge with the required practical skills. Students are asked to complete projects which help them meet the demands of the profession. In addition, the curriculum encourages research and problem-solving, thus preparing students for managerial positions in the field.

Duration: 3 years

Career Prospects

The BSc (Hons) Computer Networks offers the necessary skills to those who wish to advance professionally in the areas of Computer Networks, Telecommunications and Computing in general. Graduates of the programme can:

Pursue a career in Greek and multinational companies as::
Network Engineers
Network Analysts
Internet Network Specialists
Hardware Applications Coordinators, etc..
Work as consultants in the areas of IT, Communications and Networks in commercial companies, as well as the public and the private sectors.
Get certified by the globally recognised British bodies IMIS (Institute for the Management of Information Systems) and BCS (British Computing Society).
Continue their studies at postgraduate level in Greece and abroad.

Modules

YEAR 1

- Web Authoring and Web Management
- Introduction to Software Development
- Academic Skills For Computing
- Visual Programming
- Introduction to Computer Systems
- Introduction to Computer Networking

YEAR 2

- Professional Issues in ICT
- Operating Systems
- Internet Connectivity
- Network Systems and Technologies
- Database Systems
- Software Developmentς

YEAR 3

Advanced Topics in Networks
Network Programming
Research Skills
Project
Network Security
Distributed Systems

Admission Requirements

The programme is addressed to high-school leavers who wish to pursue a career in the area of Computer Networks and Computing in general.

Required documentation:

Copy of High School Certificate
Letters of Recommendation by High School teachers
Copy of Identity Card
Passport-sized photos
Copy of English language certificate (if required)
Other certificates/degrees
AMC Application Form

A personal interview complements the evaluation of the above documentation.
Cases of candidates with proven knowledge in the field in addition to their secondary education are examined on a case-by-case basis.

Academic Staff

The academic staff of the School of Computing consists of distinguished lecturers, holders of Masters and PhD degrees with extensive research and teaching experience at Greek and foreign Universities plus professional recognition in their field of expertise.

In their majority they have extensive academic, research and professional experience in various projects of their specialization and can acquaint students with the latest technological developments and trends. They can also help students put to practice the theoretical knowledge they acquire in class.

Student / Alumni Testimonials

Dionysis Malapetsas, M.Sc. Information Security & Computer Forensics graduate

I studied Computing at Metropolitan College, first for the BSc in Computing and then for the M.Sc. in Information Security and Computer Forensics. During my postgraduate studies I met exceptional academics and optimal study conditions that helped me successfully complete my studies. The Master’s course was particularly interesting and opened new horizons for me both academically and professionally.

Themelis Nikolaos, BSc (Hons) Computer Networks graduate

I would like to thank Metropolitan College and its teaching staff, first for the guidance they offered us in matters of Information Technology and second because through the College I started working at a company specializing in an area directly related to a module I studied. Although I specialize in Computer Networks, the programme provided me with fundamental knowledge in algorithm development and object-oriented programming, which, as I now realize, are sine qua non.