BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Solent University

Want to protect the world from hackers, viruses and cyber-attacks? This practice-led degree combines networking, ethical hacking and threat analysis with hands-on labs and industry-aligned learning. The ever increasing influence and use of computer networks have revolutionised our lives but at the same time, this is threatening our privacy, integrity, and security through increased cyber-attacks costing us a fortune. The estimated global cost of cyber-crimes is a few hundred billion GBPs annually and according to BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, there is a great shortage of skilled people to combat these crimes.

Faculty: Computing and games  |  Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year; 4 years with year in industry; 5 years with foundation and industry years  |  Study mode: full-time (placement year option)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Fundamentals of Computing and Programming, Operating Systems and Network Applications, Computer Networks and Security, Routing and Switching Technologies, AI for Networks and Security, Threat Intelligence, Governance and Compliance, Network Security Architecture And Defence, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, CyberOps and Network Management, Industrial Consulting and Entrepreneurship, Final Major Project. Optional modules include Cloud, IoT and Emerging Technologies, Digital Forensics and Cybercrime investigations.

Career pathways

Recent course graduates have gone on to various roles in network infrastructure and system support organisations, including Cisco Systems, IBM, Juniper, Symantec Security UK, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Electra networks, QinetiQ, Quostar, VeriFone, TalkTalk, Rackspace, Vodafone, Softcat and Peer 1 Hosting.

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