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BSc(Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security

University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

There are many reasons why Cyber Security is fast becoming one of the most critical aspects of Computing. The monetary value of data has led to an increase in cybercrime, meaning computing professionals with Cyber Security knowledge and expertise are in high demand. This course will prepare you for an exciting and impactful career in the Computing industry. Many aspects of Cyber Security rely on the fundamental principles of Computer Science: Designing secure software systems Implementing cryptographic techniques for fast data transfer Auditing systems for vulnerabilities. In this course, you will be taught both the theoretical and the practical aspects of Computer Science and Cyber Security. Many of the significant challenges in the Cyber Security field use both Computer Science and Software Engineering techniques to find solutions and to develop the next generation of security products, so it is necessary to know both areas.

General Eligibility

Entry requirements

BBB-BBCat A Level.

120-112UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.

Meritat T Level.

DMMin BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma.

Access to Higher Education Diploma in a subject relevant to the course with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above.

120-112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Software Design and Development

Computing Science and Mathematics

Computer Network Fundamentals

Project 1

Computer Organisation and Architecture

2 Year 2

Core modules:

  • Team Project

  • Cyber Security

  • Introduction to Digital Forensics

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

  • Algorithms and Data Structures

Option Modules:

  • Computational Mathematics 1

  • Operating Systems

  • Language Translators

3 Year 3 – optional placement year

This course offers an optional one-year work placement after Year 2.

4 Year 4

Distributed and Client Server Systems

Computational Mathematics 2

Individual Project

Advanced Cyber Security

Data-driven Artificial Intelligence

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall, with no element lower than 5.5 or equivalent.

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years Inc. placement year

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