Computing Science with Cyber Security with a Year in Industry

University of East Anglia UEA
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Computer scienceSoftware engineering

A-Level Entry

ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

Overview Cyber-crime is on the rise, and every person and organisation with a computer should be concerned about cyber security.

On our BSc Computing Science with Cyber Security with a Year in Industry, you’ll become a skilled practitioner in the principles and practices of cyber security. Our graduates are highly employable and in demand, and many go on to enjoy rewarding and well-renumerated careers in the industry.

Our course is delivered by computing experts in combination with members of our cyber security research group. You’ll also be taught by industry experts who are working across a range of areas including blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT) security, wireless security, intrusion detection, privacy and trust. This four-year course offers a year in industry, allowing you to put your computing and cyber knowledge into practice, whilst greatly enhancing your skills and career prospects.

Our course will teach you the theory behind computing science and cyber security, which you’ll then put into practice in lab classes. We have a dedicated cyber security lab where you’ll look at topics such as packet tracing, packet analysis and malware analysis. You’ll also undertake project work, where you’ll be able to put into practice the cutting-edge cyber security knowledge that you’ll have gained during your studies.

Upon graduation, you’ll be in an ideal position for a rewarding career in computing and cyber security. We work closely with the police, insurance and finance companies, as well as retail and consultancies, who not only advise us on the latest developments, but also deliver teaching and offer projects.

Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB
Scottish Higher AAABB
Scottish Advanced Higher BCC
BTEC DDM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2139 Information technology professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
3132 IT user support technicians

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
Norwich
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science, Software engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000