Cyber Security (R60) BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 - 6 Years

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Our cyber security degree combines three sought-after computing streams: networking, cyber security and digital forensics. It gives you a thorough understanding of socio-technical systems and skills to prevent or respond to cyber security incidents. In addition, it will develop your ability to critically analyse and apply digital solutions to security examinations and digital forensic investigations. You’ll also acquire an appreciation of the tools, techniques and legal requirements. With its ...Read more

Our cyber security degree combines three sought-after computing streams: networking, cyber security and digital forensics. It gives you a thorough understanding of socio-technical systems and skills to prevent or respond to cyber security incidents. In addition, it will develop your ability to critically analyse and apply digital solutions to security examinations and digital forensic investigations. You’ll also acquire an appreciation of the tools, techniques and legal requirements. With its well-balanced theory and practice, the degree programme has a strong technical focus. You’ll develop your understanding of how networked cyber systems function and their potential abuse. The course focuses on the relationships between technology, people, processes, the physical environment and cyber security. You’ll be able to pursue a wide array of career paths across all sectors.


Key features of the course

- Study curriculum aligned with The Cyber Security Body of Knowledge (CyBOK) and the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CISSec) framework- The growing demands of the cyber security sector and a shortage of skilled professionals will increase job opportunities- Develop your understanding of how cyber security fits into business and commerce through applied learning- Demonstrate your knowledge and skills through a substantial independent cybersecurity-related project

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England

£7,272 per year

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Students from England

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£2,376 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£2,624 per year

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Students from Wales

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£2,318 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£7,472 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£7,472 per year

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Students from EU

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£7,472 per year

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£22416 Overall cost

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