BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
Course Overview
This cutting-edge Cyber Security course equips you with the advanced technical knowledge and practical skills required to protect digital infrastructure and combat evolving cyber threats. Through a blend of theoretical study and hands-on experience, you will learn to secure systems, investigate breaches, and manage risk. The program is designed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure you graduate ready for a successful career in this high-demand field.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on learning in vital security areas including penetration testing, digital forensics, cryptography, and risk management.
- Option to undertake an Industrial Placement Year to gain invaluable real-world employment experience.
- Strong industry connections through the North Wales Cyber Security Cluster, providing networking and event opportunities.
- Access to extensive, specialized computing facilities and the university's research-focused ARCLab.
- Taught by an award-winning department with a 'world-leading' research reputation (REF 2014).
Course Overview
This cutting-edge Cyber Security course equips you with the advanced technical knowledge and practical skills required to protect digital infrastructure and combat evolving cyber threats. Through a blend of theoretical study and hands-on experience, you will learn to secure systems, investigate breaches, and manage risk. The program is designed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure you graduate ready for a successful career in this high-demand field.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on learning in vital security areas including penetration testing, digital forensics, cryptography, and risk management.
- Option to undertake an Industrial Placement Year to gain invaluable real-world employment experience.
- Strong industry connections through the North Wales Cyber Security Cluster, providing networking and event opportunities.
- Access to extensive, specialized computing facilities and the university's research-focused ARCLab.
- Taught by an award-winning department with a 'world-leading' research reputation (REF 2014).
Requirements
Modules
- Programming Fundamentals
- Computer Systems and Architecture
- Information Security and Governance
- Applied Computational Methods
- Network Defence
- Network Fundamentals
- Group Project
- Systems Engineering and Project Management
- Cloud and Distributed Architecture and Security
- Cyber Operations
- Ethical Hacking
- Secure Software Development
- Project
- Cryptography and Defensive Systems
- Threat Detection and Incident Response
- Digital Forensics
- Security Optimisation and Automation
