BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Birmingham City University

In today’s digitally connected world, secure information technologies are the backbone of modern society. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been greater. The BSc Cyber Security course is designed to equip you with cutting-edge technical expertise, analytical proficiency, management capabilities, and practical skills to effectively tackle the cybersecurity challenges faced by modern organisations.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement)  |  Intake: September 2027, January 2028  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taking a practice-led approach, the course emphasises hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for successful careers in cybersecurity. The industry-informed curriculum is structured to provide a strong foundation in security principles while fostering the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to defend against cyber threats. Modules include Computer Systems, Cyber Security Fundamentals, Applied Operating Systems, Computer Programming, Mathematics for Computing, Network Fundamentals, Software Security, System Security Attacks and Defences.

Career pathways

Your studies here will equip you with the practical and academic skills that will help you to stand out when you look for your first professional role. Because we have strong links with companies such as SAS, Microsoft, Cisco and Capgemini, you have the chance to work with and understand the workings of real-life industry from early on in your degree studies.

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