BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at University College Birmingham

Cybersecurity is at the forefront of global challenges. With cyberattacks escalating in frequency and sophistication, the demand for skilled cyber professionals has never been higher. Our Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree equips you with the technical expertise and strategic mindset to defend against these threats.

Department: Department of Computing  |  Duration: 3 years FT (4 years with placement)  |  Study mode: full-time (placement: 48 weeks (optional))  |  Intake: September, February  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Cyber Security Fundamentals, Introduction to Computer Systems, Introduction to Professional Issues in Cyber Security, Principles of Object-Oriented Programming, Networks and Communication, Secure Systems Analysis and Design; Year 2 core modules: Cyber Forensics, Database Technology, Dynamic Web Development, Ethical Hacking, Research Methods for Cyber Security, Securing Networks; Final year core modules: Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Security, Cyber Security and Emerging Trends, Cyber Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Individual Project, Secure Programming.

Career pathways

Career routes include cyber security analyst, cyber security consultant, cyber security engineer, systems analyst, network security administrator and penetration tester.

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