BSc (Hons) Defence Systems at St Mary's University, Twickenham

Design, secure and manage advanced defence technology on this Defence Systems degree. On this BSc (Hons) Defence Systems degree from St Mary's University, London, you'll learn how to understand, develop, and evaluate the advanced technological systems used across defence, security, and critical infrastructure – from secure computing and cybersecurity to artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, networks, and data analytics.

Duration: 3 years (full-time), 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, Web Design and Development, Defence Systems. Year 2 core modules: Data Structures and Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Defence Systems Team Project, Machine Learning. Optional modules in Year 2 include Network Security and Cryptography, Data Analysis, Web Application Development, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, Data Visualisation, Mobile Application Development. Year 3 core modules: Individual Defence Systems Project, Advanced Software Testing and Quality Assurance, Advanced Topics in Defence Systems, Internet of Things.

Career pathways

With a BSc (Hons) Defence Systems degree from St Mary's University, London, you'll graduate with the technical expertise and practical industry experience to compete for roles in the defence, security, and technology sectors in the UK and beyond. Graduate roles include Defence technology, Systems engineering, Artificial intelligence and machine learning, Defence and security consultancy.

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