BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cybersecurity

There is an urgent need to find solutions and answers to the ongoing threat of digital crimes, coupled with a skills gap in information security and data privacy across the employment sector.

This degree is designed to equip you with the theoretical, conceptual and practical skills needed to defend and mitigate possible threats in computing and networking environments.

You’ll gain a broad perspective on the handling of sensitive and confidential information, including consideration of government regulation and ethics.

Our academic experts will introduce you to the tools, frameworks and concepts used by adversaries (black hat) to compromise computer systems. You’ll use this knowledge to develop mitigation strategies and build strong defensive walls across the computer network and computing infrastructure.

You’ll develop practical hands-on, technical skills and awareness of the core concepts, theories and principles of how to secure data and information against breach and compromise.

Through the professional work placement and employer projects included in your degree, you’ll learn about current practices in the cybersecurity industry and be able to put theory into practice, while building your employability skills, such as teamwork and leadership.

The course provides additional opportunities to obtain professional industry-recognised certifications in areas relevant to hacking and cybersecurity, such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Ethical Hacker and CompTIA Penetration Tester (PenTest), which can help you stand out in the job market.