Computer Science (Cyber Security) with a Year in Industry
University of KentComputer Science (Cyber Security) with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Kent, based in Canterbury, taught full-time over 4 years. 67% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £31,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBB - BCC.
A-Level Entry
BBB - BCC
Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
120 - 104 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
66.69%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£31,500
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Computer Science (Cyber Security)
Learn a broad base of computer science skills with a focus in your final year on cyber security. This is an excellent course choice if you are looking for a career in information security management or cyber security risk within commercial or government organisations.
Cyber security expertise is in demand across all industries as we look to protect our economies, health services and data. Be part of the future of cyber security. The University has been recognised by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE-CSE) with a Gold Award. This means that it has met the ACE-CSE standard for Gold Award, and makes Kent one of only 12 ACEs-CSE in the UK to obtain Gold status.
The year in industry gives you work experience, a salary and the possibility of a job with the same company after graduation.
Accreditation
We're accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council.
Your Future
You'll be on course for a big future. Our graduates have gone on to work in:
- software engineering
- mobile applications development
- systems analysis
- networking
- finance and insurance
- education
- healthcare
Recent graduates have gone on to develop successful careers at leading companies such as:
- Cisco
- IBM
- The Walt Disney Company
- Citigroup
- BT
Location
Our city, your time.
It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.
We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Canterbury
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Software engineering
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £31,500
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ