Browser does not support script.
Bedford College Training Services - Foundation Degree in IT Networking and Security

Foundation Degree in IT Networking and Security

 

University of Bedfordshire LogoFoundation Degree in IT Networking and Security (in partnership with the University of Bedfordshire)

Are you getting the most from your IT network?

Investing in your IT staff is one of the most valuable steps you can take to ensure they have the skills to effectively develop and maintain your organisation’s IT system and to reduce security risks.

At Bedford College, we offer your IT employees the chance to gain a Foundation Degree in IT Networking and Security – plus a whole range of professional IT qualifications – all at a fraction of the cost of using a private training provider.

Room 101Our Foundation Degree has been designed in collaboration with local employers and the programme equips students with the knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to the needs of the IT industry.

Students will develop skills that enable them to administer hardware and software networking environments and gain a good understanding of the skills required to implement and maintain scalable and resilient networks.

Areas of study

Introduction to networking, fundamentals of programming, computer systems, data modelling, professional and academic development, systems analysis and development, windows server 2008 administration, advanced networking, web development, personal development and planning, network implementation and server security.  Students also undertake a work-related project.

Room 101Not only will your employees gain the Foundation Degree but also embedded within this degree are a range of professional qualifications.  Bedford College holds Academy status with CISCO, CompTIA and Microsoft and your employees will have the opportunity to gain the following professional certifications:

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco IT Essentials 1
  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • Microsoft IT Professional certifications

What are the benefits to your organisation?

  • Increase productivity – Staff will learn how to work more efficiently and effectively providing them with more time to develop other IT initiatives
  • Improve service quality – The level and quality of the service that your IT staff offer will significantly improve as your staff become more competent and confident
  • Reduce costs – Staff will develop the skills to take on more responsibility and additional tasks – a cheaper solution to growing your organisation and increasing your workforce than recruiting
  • Reduce staff turnover – Allowing staff to study for recognised qualifications will increase their sense of commitment to your business

“Alan has been able to make significant contributions to our thinking and planning in the design of a resilient campus wide resilient campus-wide fibre-optic network, and he has acquired conceptual tools to improve our business process analysis for future software development projects.”  Director of IT, The Leys School, Cambridge

Study Options

Part-Time - Day release or 2 evenings each week - over 3 years
Full-Time - 2 full days each week - over 2 years
Other flexible options are also available

See also
Career Boost with Bedford College IT Training
Click here for more about the Part-time Foundation
Degree in IT Networking and Security on the College's main website.

For more information about all IT courses on offer at Bedford College see http://www.bedford.ac.uk/

  • Print
  • Email
  • PDF
Sign up for our newsletter Follow us on Twitter
University of Bedfordshire Logo
Career Boost with Bedford College IT Training

Employers can boost the skills of their IT staff and people who want a career in IT support can study for professional qualifications, with a part-time Foundation Degree in IT Networking and Security at Bedford College.

IT is fast moving and employers need to make sure their staff have the right skills base and qualifications to benefit their business.  Investing in training for staff gives businesses the edge in a highly competitive industry, gives staff added motivation and ultimately increases efficiency and productivity.

Foundation Degree Case Studies

Judith Larsen, Foundation Degree in Business IT and Networking

Judith Larsen

"At first it was a bit nerve-wracking returning to education but the tutors were fantastic and I was enthusiastic to learn.  The tutors gave me constructive feedback and whenever I felt overwhelmed with my work they helped me achieve deadlines and worked with me to fit the learning around my lifestyle.  When I successfully completed the course it gave me a real sense of achievement."

Judith graduated in July 2009 and was awarded the Foundation Degree with Distinction. Judith went on to top-up her Foundation Degree to a BSc (Hons) in Computer Networking at the University of Bedfordshire and graduated with First Class Honours in July 2010.

Learn more about the Part-time Foundation Degree in IT Networking and Security on the College's main website.