Computer Science (Cyber Security) - BSc (Hons)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Connected systems power so many crucial areas of our lives, from banks to hospitals and even our own workplaces. So it’s never been more vital to have skilled professionals to identify threats, and guard our data. Our BSc in Computer Science (Cyber Security) combines the broad teaching of our Computer Science BSc with a strong focus in cyber security. Kent is a Gold Award recipient from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which makes us an exceptional place to train as a cyber security expert. You’ll become familiar with security principles and risk management - and delve into the worlds of ciphers, cryptography, blockchain technology and cyber insurance. You’ll also be able to expand your horizons in your final year, with modules covering entrepreneurship, quantum computing, Natural Language Processing, Creative AI and more. We ensure you apply everything you learn as you learn it. Get hands-on with lab sessions, group projects, and industry-led challenges. Several of our students also opt to undertake a year in industry, working with companies in many different sectors. Every second counts in cyber security. We get you ready to act with confidence. Why study Computing at Kent?
Entry requirements
| UCAS Tariff points | 104–120 UCAS points |
|---|---|
| A levels | BBB |
| A levels | BCC · contextual offer |
| BTEC | DDM |
| BTEC | DMM · contextual offer |
| UCAS Tariff points | 120 UCAS points |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component
Fees
International students: £23,500 per year
UK students: £9,790 per year
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
International: £23,500 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
September intake
Campus
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
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