Computer Science with Cyber Security (with a year in industry)

University of York
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree MEng (Hon) Full-time with year in industry 5 Years Computer scienceSoftware engineering

A-Level Entry

A*AA

Avg. Graduate Salary

£34,000

About this course

Cyber security covers concepts, policies, guidelines, tools and technologies used to protect the cyber environment, organisational assets and users.

Our integrated Masters helps you develop as a multi-skilled, highly competent practitioner. The course provides a solid foundation in computer science and cyber security, including coding, mathematics and basic engineering. You will then undertake advanced training, informed by our world-class research, in topics such as secure systems, cryptography and forensic analysis, gaining a solid theoretical foundation to take full advantage of emerging new technologies. You'll spend a year in industry, furthering your knowledge, networking and getting real-life experience. On graduation, you’ll be prepared for a career in cyber security or related fields across industry and government.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades A*AA

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2139 Information technology professionals
2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
2141 Web design professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Study Mode
Full-time with year in industry
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
York
Scheme
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
Subjects
Computer science, Software engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£34,000