Cybersecurity (including a Foundation Year)

University of Chester
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Software engineering

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

72 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,500

About this course

Unlock the future of cybersecurity with our BSc Cybersecurity degree, designed to equip you with in-demand skills for tackling today’s evolving digital threats. In a world where computer and information security are crucial, this course provides comprehensive training to help you understand, assess, and counteract security risks effectively.

The security of computers, systems and information is of paramount importance to all nations. In response to security dangers, this course will give you knowledge of the threats, and provide you with the chance to gain the skills and expertise to investigate, police, and react accordingly, and to protect systems and organisations.

Stay ahead in the fast-paced field of cybersecurity with our up-to-date teaching materials and innovative teaching methods, ensuring you're prepared to meet the demands of this critical industry.

Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades See entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Points 72 points
Scottish Higher CCDD
BTEC MPP - MMP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2139 Information technology professionals
5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
2141 Web design professionals

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
Chester
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Software engineering
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,500