BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Cyber Security at University of Bradford

Develop the skills you need for a career as a cyber security professional, working in a rapidly growing and vitally important industry. The BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Cyber Security (with placement year) blends core computer science disciplines with specialist areas of cyber security such as: cryptography, security technologies, computer communications and networks, electronic business. The placement year in industry enables you to build contacts whilst developing your skills and professional confidence.

Faculty: Faculty of Management, Sciences and Engineering  |  Department: School of Computing and Engineering  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year option  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): Computer Architecture and Systems Software, Mathematics for Computing, Technical and Professional Skills, Fundamentals of Programming, Software Design and Development, Internet Technologies. Second year (core): System Security Management, Enterprise Pro, Database Systems, Data Structures and Algorithms, Computer Communications and Networks, Artificial Intelligence. Final year (core): Final Year Project, Foundations of Cryptography, Cyber Security, Principles of Security Technologies, Mobile Application Development.

Career pathways

The importance of cyber security is growing in every area of our technology driven, interconnected society – from state sponsored hacking, to industrial espionage to personal privacy, the subject is now high profile and high priority. Knowledge in this area is in high demand, and there is a significant skills gap – meaning you’ll be highly employable.

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