BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
Course Overview
This BSc/MSci Cyber Security course prepares you to tackle the critical security challenges facing modern organizations by providing cutting-edge technical knowledge and practical skills. You will learn to protect valuable data and secure complex systems, from local networks to cloud infrastructures, within a practice-led learning environment. The curriculum is driven by industry demand and supported by the university's renowned Centre for Cyber Security and strong links with leading tech companies.
Key Program Highlights
- Practice-led curriculum utilizing industry-standard tools and equipment for penetration testing and forensic analysis
- Comprehensive coverage of network security, information security, and cloud-based system protection
- Strong industrial links with major partners including CISCO, Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle
- Research-led teaching from experienced staff engaged with government and industry challenges
- Preparation for high-demand careers such as Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Architect, and Security Engineer
Course Overview
This BSc/MSci Cyber Security course prepares you to tackle the critical security challenges facing modern organizations by providing cutting-edge technical knowledge and practical skills. You will learn to protect valuable data and secure complex systems, from local networks to cloud infrastructures, within a practice-led learning environment. The curriculum is driven by industry demand and supported by the university's renowned Centre for Cyber Security and strong links with leading tech companies.
Key Program Highlights
- Practice-led curriculum utilizing industry-standard tools and equipment for penetration testing and forensic analysis
- Comprehensive coverage of network security, information security, and cloud-based system protection
- Strong industrial links with major partners including CISCO, Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle
- Research-led teaching from experienced staff engaged with government and industry challenges
- Preparation for high-demand careers such as Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Architect, and Security Engineer
Requirements
Modules
- Computer Systems
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
- Applied Operating Systems
- Computer Programming
- Mathematics for Computing
- Network Fundamentals
- Software Security
- System Security Attacks and Defences
- Applied Cyber Forensics
- Cyber Security Operations
- Networking Technologies
- Applied Cryptography
- Individual Honours Project
- Ethical Hacking
- Applied AI for Cyber Security
- Network and Internet Forensics
- Cloud Computing
