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BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Cyber Security at Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Cybersecurity is fast-moving and dynamic. It is the place for you if you love logical problem solving. Our Computer Science for Cybersecurity degree offers you the chance to stand out in the industry.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics  |  Duration: 3 years, or 4 if a work placement is chosen; part-time: 6 years  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this degree, we want to develop your practical skills so you will learn by doing. In your first year, you will be introduced to a range of computing foundational concepts.

Career pathways

The UK currently lacks enough computer science graduates with the right skills in cybersecurity. That is a challenge for the government and industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 112 A Level: BBC IB Points: 27 BTEC: DMM Contextual offer: UCAS Tariff Points: 88 A Level: CCD IB Points: 24 BTEC: MMM We welcome applications from candidates with alternative qualifications, and from mature students. GCSE: Mathematics at grade 4/C minimum and English Language at grade 4/C minimum normally required If you don't know about Computing already, our first year modules will quickly get you up to speed. Any previous experience you have might help you to get started more comfortably but even if you think you know a lot about computing already there will still be many new things for you to learn. Having an A-level or BTEC Level 3 qualification in a computing-related subject will not exempt you from taking any first-year modules, as we want to make sure that we give you a quality introduction to all of the relevant topics. If you don't have the right qualifications to apply for a place on one of our degree courses, we may be able to consider you for our Computing Foundation course. This course, which lasts one year, is an excellent preparation for any of our computing degree courses. UCAS code: II10.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

International applicants: GBP 18,250 a year (2026/27). Annual full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years, or 4 if a work placement is chosen; part-time: 6 years

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