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Computer Science with Cyber Security BSc(Hons)

Level
Undergraduate
Duration
3 years full-time; 4 years inc. placement year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Computer Science
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

Overview

The monetary value of data has led to an increase in cyber-crime, meaning computing professionals with cyber security knowledge and expertise are in high demand. On this course, you’ll be taught both the theoretical and the practical elements of computer science and cyber security. After all, many of the big challenges in the cyber security field use both computer science and software engineering techniques to find solutions or to develop the next generation of security products. You could make a huge impact in this fast-paced world, studying Computer Science with Cyber Security could allow you to work across many sectors leading to careers with vast earning potential, from law enforcement to the military or banking and finance, allowing you to create the life you want in the future. You will also develop skills that are transferable to other industries. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Computer Science with Cyber Security courses are Software Engineer, Security Engineer, Network Engineer, DevOp Engineer and Infrastructure Engineer.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles. In your first year, you’ll follow the core computing programme to give you a broad understanding from which to build on. Then, from your second year onwards, you’ll take specialist cyber security modules, covering topics such as cryptography, biometrics and access control, and vulnerability assessments.

Entry requirements

A levelsBBB-BBC
UCAS Tariff points112–120 UCAS points
T LevelsMerit
BTECDMM · BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Access to HE Diplomain a subject that is relevant to the course with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
GCSE4 or above · Subjects: English Language, English Literature, Mathematics

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5

Fees

International students: £17,600

UK students: £9,535

UK/Home: £9,535

International: £17,600

Start dates

21 September 2026

Application deadline

28 June 2026

Campus

  • University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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