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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site
Sandwich
SEP-25
4 Years
This course will prepare you for a successful career in an exciting and in-demand sector. In this cutting-edge course, you'll delve into security dynamics and the art of risk management, exploring the human factors that shape cyber threats. You will gain a holistic understanding of cybersecurity, as the curriculum uniquely intertwines cybersecurity concepts with the power of computer science skills.However, you won't just learn about cybersecurity you will gain practical training that exposes you to real-world scenarios. Engage in simulated cyber-attack and defence exercises that sharpen your problem-solving skills and give you a taste of the cybersecurity sector.
AssessmentThe BSc Cybersecurity degree employs a range of authentic assessment methods, including portfolio work, coursework, quizzes, and exams. The initial two years have a 50/50 balance between immersive coursework and exams. As you head into the final year, there will be a shift towards more closed book exams.
Key course benefits:- Our placement year offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and set your studies in the context of a working environment, designed to boost your future employment prospects.- Ranked 13th in the UK for median earnings on average of £33,200 in the first year after graduation (LEO, 2023)- Gain specialist knowledge required to start a successful career in Cybersecurity
Exam type
A levelA level:
CCC - BBB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:21,M:24,P:0 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
31 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
T Level:
D Grades / Points required
Any subject:BBB: Standard offer.BBC: If the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B.BCC: Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer).Including a listed STEM (c) subject:BBC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects - Standard offer.BCC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects and if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B.CCC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects - Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer).STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.
Any subject: 21 Distinction credits and 24 Merit credits at Level 3 in any subject.OR15 Distinction credits and 30 Merit credits at Level 3, including at least 15 credits of STEM (c) subject units.STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.
Any subject: 31overall with 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level subjects.OR29 overall with 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level subjects, including a STEM (c) subject.STEM (c) subjects: Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Electronics.
Any subject: DDM.For BTEC combinations please view Aston's website.
The following T levels are accepted qualifications for this course: - Building Services Engineering for Construction - Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - Onsite Construction - Digital Business Services - Digital Production, Design and Development - Digital Support Services- Education and Childcare - Health - Healthcare Science - Science- Management and Administration- Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing- Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control- Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing- Accounting- Legal Services- Finance- Agriculture, Land Management and Production,- Animal Care and Management- Catering- Craft and Design- Media, Broadcast and Production- Hairdressing, Barbering and Beauty Therapy
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£21,500 per year
Students from International
£21500 Per year
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