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This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of cyber security management, including the principles and practices of cyber security, risk assessment and management, incident response, and cryptography. Students will learn how to design, implement, and manage secure systems and networks, as well as how to respond to cyber security incidents. The course also covers legal and ethical issues related to cyber security, such as privacy and data protection. By the end of the course, students will be able to evaluate and mitigate cyber threats, protect critical infrastructure and assets, and manage risk in a dynamic digital environment.
This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in cyber security, including roles such as security analysts, penetration testers, incident responders, and security consultants. Graduates of this course will be well-prepared to take on these roles and make a positive impact in the fight against cyber crime.
Bournemouth University is one of the leading universities for cyber security research and education in the UK. Our state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and strong industry connections provide students with the best possible environment to learn and grow. By studying at Bournemouth University, you will have access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities to engage in innovative projects that will help you stand out in the job market.
Explore the evolving threat landscape and gain applied skills in building and managing secure systems
Learn the fundamental concepts of psychology, business, law, and management that relate to cyber security in technology
Become a strategic thinker and be a step ahead of the hackers – understanding the threats and implementing the solutions to combat them
Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one
You’ll be qualified to work in the security and forensic industry in roles such as forensics consultant, security advisor, information security analyst, or cybersecurity analyst
You’ll be career-ready, with 95% of our graduates in employment after 15 months.
This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.
20 hours per week
Cybercrime
Human-Computer Interaction
Individual Project
Option units
Data Visualisation and Storytelling
Digital Innovation and Transformation
Systems Development
Elective unit
Digital Futures
Academic Study Skills for Engineering and Technology
Introduction to Computers
Mathematics for Engineering and Technology
Introduction to Information Systems Analytics
Introduction to Programming
Foundation Year Engineering and Technology Project
Computer Fundamentals
Mathematics for Computing
Programming
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Network Essentials
Elective unit
Computing and Society
Information and Security Management
Security Operations (SecOps)
Software Engineering
Network and Cyber Management
Technological Innovations in Cyber Security
Software Business
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
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