BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security) at St Mary's University, Twickenham

Lead the tech landscape: study a hands-on cyber security course in London. Develop in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with a BSc Cyber Security course at St Mary’s University, London. On this course, you will build a strong foundation in computer science and cover advanced topics like: network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, digital forensics. As a result, you will become a leader in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Faculty: Faculty of Sport, Technology and Health Sciences  |  Department: School of Sport, Exercise and Applied Science  |  Duration: 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time; optional placement year (4 years with placement year)  |  Intake: September / January  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Computer Systems and Networks, Mathematics for Computer Science, Programming Principles and Techniques, Database Systems, Object-Oriented Programming, Web Design and Development. Year 2 core modules: Data Structures and Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Network Security and Cryptography, Team Project, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, Data Visualisation. Year 3 core modules: Individual Project, Advanced Software Testing and Quality Assurance, Cybercrime and Digital Forensics, Advanced Topics in Computer Science, Internet of Things.

Career pathways

Our London-based cyber security course will help you build transferable skills like critical thinking and communication. Graduate roles include Ethical hacker, Cyber security analyst, Security software developer, Cyber security solutions architect, Cryptography specialist, Security researcher.

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