BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Cyber security professionals play a crucial role in preventing data breaches, protecting privacy and ensuring a safer and more secure digital environment for individuals, governments and organisations. Our practical Computer Science with Cyber Security degree will prepare you for a career as a cyber security professional. You’ll design and develop software systems using cyber security techniques and build professional skills valued by employers.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering | Department: Computing | Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your first year provides a solid foundation in computer science and cyber security. In your first year your classes will be over three days each week and they will not start before 10am. You may have other activities on campus on other days. This is an entry-level programming module that will introduce you to the fundamental concepts and skills required to write simple programs in a high-level language. It will provide you with a basis of understanding from which to learn other programming languages and paradigms. Modules include Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Cyber Security, Computing Technologies, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to Web Development, Working in the Computing Industry, Network Security, Object Oriented Development and Testing, Secure Systems Analysis and Design, Security and Dependability.

Career pathways

A Computer Science with Cyber Security BSc(Hons) prepares you for careers protecting digital systems, preventing data breaches and securing information for individuals, businesses and governments. Cyber security professionals play a vital role in creating a safer digital environment, using their expertise to defend against rapidly evolving threats.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels ABB–BCC. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. International Baccalaureate 27 points, with three subjects at Higher level. UCAS tariff 104–128 points. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Level 3 units in computing required. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above. T-level Merit in any T-level. Foundation degree/HND May enable you to start the course in year 2 or 3. HNC may also count towards direct entry. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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