BSc (Hons) in Cyber & Computer Security

Our Cyber and Computing Security degree focuses on protecting against cybercrime before it happens. You will develop specialisms through module choices to match your career goals. Optional subjects include data analytics, information security, and digital crime scene investigation. You'll also examine ‘hot’ cybercrime topics. These include the latest security crimes in the news, as well as big data and Cloud systems which have both significantly increased commercial security risks.

The course is underpinned by strong ethical and legal foundations. These foundations are paramount to you moving into and progressing through a successful computer security career.We aim to prepare you for a career in a rapidly changing industry that is constantly evolving. It includes the latest developments in computer networking to offer a broad view of the networking industry. You will also have the chance to consider the legal, social, ethical and commercial issues that affect this industry.

You will be supported to become confident and enterprising while developing key employability skills including team work, communication and time management, all essential for the workplace.
 

Qualification Title

BSc (Hons) in Cyber & Computer Security
 

Awarding Body

Modules

This is a top-up programme to the final year of a degree with only final year modules. Typical modules on offer include:

Cyber Security Management

Cyber Systems Security

Advancved Networking & Security

Secure Coding

Dissertation 

Dissertation Research Methods   

Delivery Method

Class Room 

Start Dates

January,May and September
 

Entry Criteria

Applicants with Level 5 qualifications (for example Higher National Diploma, ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing) from approved awarding bodies will be considered for transfer to the final stage of the BSc programme and earn their degree in one year. Applicants who have successfully completed 2 years of study at a University can be considered for direct entry with advanced standing. Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this programme.

Decisions for admissions will be based on overall suitability for the programme and whether the minimum entry requirements of holding GCSE English and Math at Grades C and above (or equivalent) are met.
 

Modes of Study

Full Time 

Assessment

Modules within the programme are assessed by Assignments
 

Overall Grading Type

First class, Upper Second class, Lower Second class, Third class
 

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