BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networks at Glasgow Caledonian University

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networks focuses on securing network infrastructure and defending against cyber crime, covering network security, digital forensics, ethical hacking and AI in cyber security. The degree is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre and accredited by BCS, with modules aligned to Cisco CCNA and CCNP content and labs with over 200 Cisco devices.

Duration: 4 years full time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 modules are Computer Networking 1, Programming for Cyber Security and Networks 1, Fundamentals of Computer Systems, Mathematics for Computing, Database Development, Cloud Foundations and Machine Learning and Cyber Security Landscape.

Career pathways

Graduates work as Cyber Security Engineers, SOC Analysts, Network Security Engineers, Digital Forensics Specialists, Penetration Testers, Security Consultants and Forensic Practitioners in technology, government, law enforcement and corporate organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Year 1 standard entry: UCAS Tariff 96; Scottish Highers BBCC or equivalent including a Higher in Maths, Computing or a Science (Physics preferred); A-levels CCC or equivalent including Maths, Computing or a Science (Physics preferred). Minimum entry (widening access students only): UCAS Tariff 90; Highers BCCC; A-levels CCC with the same subject requirement. Year 2 entry: HNC Cyber Security with A in Graded Unit 1. Year 3 entry: HND Computing (Networking or Cyber Security) with AB/BA in the graded units. English language: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time

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