BSc (Hons) Computing with Cyber Security Technology (Northumbria University)
Course Overview
The programme is designed for those, who wish to develop a broad understand of the computing subject area whilst also specialising knowledge and skills in cyber security technology. It is also attractive to learners who may have related cyber security work experience and wish to gain an academic qualification in a subject area in which they are familiar. This programme is specifically designed to enable you to develop in depth technical knowledge that will allow you to discover new ways to practice, design and secure computer systems to support the continuity of business operations.
Key Program Highlights
- Teaching is delivered through a mix of lectures, workshops, lab sessions, seminars, tutorials, case studies, guest/expert input, and task-based learning in guided and independent study, totalling between 4-14 hours per week (plus project work on Levels 5 and 6)
- You’re expected to engage in independent study, around 30 hours per week
- Assessments take place through mix of coursework and exams, including quizzes, tests, mock exams, practical lab exercises, presentations, Q&A and discussions, formal exams, critical report writing and in-class tests.
- Taught by experienced lecturers and academics who use their industry experience to demonstrate how theories translate into real-life situations
- Technology-enhanced learning (TEL) is embedded throughout the course to guide your preparation for seminars and independent research
Course Overview
The programme is designed for those, who wish to develop a broad understand of the computing subject area whilst also specialising knowledge and skills in cyber security technology. It is also attractive to learners who may have related cyber security work experience and wish to gain an academic qualification in a subject area in which they are familiar. This programme is specifically designed to enable you to develop in depth technical knowledge that will allow you to discover new ways to practice, design and secure computer systems to support the continuity of business operations.
Key Program Highlights
- Teaching is delivered through a mix of lectures, workshops, lab sessions, seminars, tutorials, case studies, guest/expert input, and task-based learning in guided and independent study, totalling between 4-14 hours per week (plus project work on Levels 5 and 6)
- You’re expected to engage in independent study, around 30 hours per week
- Assessments take place through mix of coursework and exams, including quizzes, tests, mock exams, practical lab exercises, presentations, Q&A and discussions, formal exams, critical report writing and in-class tests.
- Taught by experienced lecturers and academics who use their industry experience to demonstrate how theories translate into real-life situations
- Technology-enhanced learning (TEL) is embedded throughout the course to guide your preparation for seminars and independent research
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