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Cybersecurity BSc (Hons)

Aston University, Birmingham

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Aston University, Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), this course will prepare you for a successful career in an exciting and in-demand sector. In this cutting-edge course, you'll delve into security dynamics and the art of risk management, exploring the human factors that shape cyber threats. You will gain a holistic understanding of cybersecurity, as the curriculum uniquely intertwines cybersecurity concepts with the power of computer science skills.However, you won't just learn about cybersecurity you will gain practical training that exposes you to real-world scenarios. Engage in simulated cyber-attack and defense exercises that sharpen your problem-solving skills and give you a taste of the cybersecurity sector. The compulsory placements year is a fantastic opportunity and mandatory with Aston Universitys BSc Cybersecurity course. Our award-winning careers and placement team will help you find an exciting and relevant placement and support you during your year. Previous students have gained experience with leading companies, such as IBM, 3M, Hewlett Packard, Microsoft, Intel, BT, Corus and TNT.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 21,500per year

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A level

A level : CCC - BBB

Any subject:BBB: Standard offer.BBC: If the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B.BCC: Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer).Including a listed STEM (c) subject:BBC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects - Standard offer.BCC: including one of the listed STEM (c) subjects and if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B.CCC: including one of the list

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University information

Aston University, Birmingham

Aston University, Birmingham

  • University League Table

    39th

  • Campus address

    Aston University, Aston Triangle, Birmingham, Birmingham, B4 7ET, England

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Aston Power Skills: embedded in every undergraduate degree. You’ll develop the four Power Skills that global employers are looking for.
Aston Global Advantage: built into postgraduate study. Gain leadership skills and real-world experience with industry challenges.
Award-winning careers support: opportunities for placements, work experience, or job-focused modules to help you succeed.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    39th out of 117 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    145 64%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    38th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    57th

    13

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