BSc (Hons) Computer Networking and IT Security

A three-year undergraduate degree focused on computer networking, cyber security, and enterprise-level IT infrastructure with strong industry alignment.

Program Description
BSc (Hons) Computer Networking and IT Security is an undergraduate program awarded by London Metropolitan University and delivered in Nepal through an approved partner institution. The program is designed to develop specialists in networking, cyber security, and secure IT infrastructure. It is built around current industry standards, including CISCO networking, enterprise security solutions, cloud computing using AWS, and ethical hacking. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with applied technical skills, legal and ethical awareness, and work-related learning, preparing graduates for security-critical roles in modern organizations.

Program Duration
3 years

Curricular Structure

Features
• CISCO-based networking curriculum
• Strong focus on network security and cyber defense
• Cloud computing using AWS platform
• Coverage of ethical hacking and digital forensics
• Emphasis on professional ethics, law, and security management
• Work-related learning and applied final-year project
• UK university degree with international recognition

Eligibility Criteria

Academic
• NEB +2 with minimum 2.2 CGPA (55%) overall
• Minimum grade D+ in each subject and C+ in SEE Mathematics
• A-Levels: minimum 3.5 credits with grade D or above

English Proficiency
• NEB XII English: minimum 60% or 2.4 GPA
• IELTS overall 5.5 with minimum 5.5 in each band
• PTE score above 47
• Students not meeting criteria must complete a University Foundation Course (UFC)

Admission Process

1. Application submission with academic documents
2. Academic and English eligibility assessment
3. Foundation course placement if required
4. Admission confirmation and enrollment

Job Prospects
• Network and systems administrator
• Cyber security analyst
• IT security engineer
• Network security specialist
• Ethical hacker
• Digital forensics analyst
• Computer systems analyst
• IT infrastructure and operations roles

Prospective Careers
Computer programmer, computer support specialist, network and computer systems administrator, information systems manager, security and infrastructure professional across private and public sector organizations.