Cyber Security with Foundation - BSc (Hons)

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of cyber security, covering the principles and practices of securing computer systems and networks. Students will learn about the threats and vulnerabilities associated with cyber security, as well as the various methods and technologies used to mitigate these risks. The foundation year is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in computing and information technology, before progressing to specialist modules in cyber security. Graduates of this course will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in this rapidly growing field.

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This course is designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled cyber security professionals, as more and more businesses and organizations rely on digital technologies. Students will benefit from the expertise of our teaching staff, who have extensive experience in the field and are actively involved in research and innovation. The course includes opportunities for practical training through hackathons, coding challenges, and other activities, providing students with hands-on experience of cyber security techniques.

Unlock Your Potential at Birmingham City University: Leading the Way in Cyber Security Education

Birmingham City University is a leading institution for cyber security education, with a strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly sought after by employers. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge research programs ensure that students receive the best possible training in this exciting field. By studying with us, students will gain more than just a degree – they will gain the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to succeed in the cyber security industry.

The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.. The BSc Cyber Security course is designed to equip you with state-of-the-art technical knowledge, intellectual know-how, management capabilities and practical skills that will enable you to succeed in meeting the cyber security challenges facing modern organisations. In the 21st century, data has become a necessary commodity, which has value in isolation and more so when viewed as a larger data set for trends and habits. Data is key to the functioning of modern business and the protection of this data is key to the ongoing success of the digital economy.

BB or 80 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level with a minimum of 2 A Levels