Higher Technical Qualification Cert HE Technical Practice in Network Engineering

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Key Facts

Level: 4

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 1 Year

Course Code: NFK3111

Start Date: September 2025

UCAS Code: CM76

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Code: NFK3111

Apply via UCAS

Validated by Sheffield Hallam University, the CertHE Technical Practice in Network Engineering will enable you to develop your knowledge and skills in computer network engineering. You will develop a set of cross-functional skills in areas such as computer hardware, interface electronics, programming for real-time and embedded systems and data communication, whilst developing transferable skills for your future career.

Course Content

You will attain the knowledge to understand designing, developing, optimising, testing, troubleshooting, and securing computer network systems. This will lead you to develop a foundation of practices and concepts to be applied to the rapidly changing world of computer network systems.

Alongside the technical skills, you will also develop and apply subject specific and generic skills that will facilitate readiness for the workplace, life-long learning, and continuing professional development. Coupling a knowledge of technical skills and personal development should allow you to make a significant contribution to the network engineering industry.

Throughout the year, you will be supported throughout your learning journey towards employment. This will include student support, academic support, and employability support. Furthermore, the delivery approach on the course will involve learning through teaching, working, doing, independent study, and learning online. Delivery on the course will enable you to collaborate with your peers to form learning communities that will enhance your learning.

You learn through:

Face-to-face lectures and seminars
Online lectures and seminars
Student-led collaborative learning
Practice-based learning in both simulated and in-situ environments.

Modules (All mandatory)

Modules and Credits

Professionalism and Personal Development Skills 1 - 20 Credit
Network Project 1 - 40 Credit
Professionalism and Personal Development Skills 2 - 20 Credit
Network Project 2 - 40 Credit

Entry Requirements

GCSEs or equivalent in English Language and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
64 UCAS points.

Progression

The CertHE qualification provides learners with a clear pathway to employment as a Network Engineer. Students may also wish to progress to the second year of a BEng/ BSc at an alternative institution to study for a full degree.