Cyber Security BSc (Hons)

Looking to start a career in the exciting and rapidly growing field of Cyber Security? Lead the fight against cybercrime with this new, forward-thinking course, developed in partnership with industry leader Amazon Web Services (AWS). Youll study on a course that has had a longstanding partnership with the likes of Microsoft and CISCO. <br/><br/>With privileged access to resources from global industry connections, youll learn about the latest developments in the industry and gain the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful cyber security expert. The course covers a range of requisite skills, knowledge, and industry-standard technologies related to cyber security and its implementation in various sectors. Youll cover areas such as Networking, Databases, Software Development and Management, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and Ethics and Regulations. <br/><br/>The course is also designed to help you develop soft skills such as communication, teamwork, creativity, project management, and leadership. Youll work in groups, select cross-departmental and cross-institutional electives, and participate in in-class activities to develop these essential skills. <br/><br/>Upon completion of the course youll be equipped with a strong understanding of what cyber security entails, and youll have the skills necessary to evaluate cyber security issues, recognise best practices, and analyse and evaluate possible solutions to overcome any potential threats. <br/><br/>With the cyber security industry gaining momentum and regarded as a highly valuable and specialist profession, this course, designed to meet the industry’s need for highly qualified graduates, is the perfect choice for those looking to make a difference and protect our society. So why wait? Apply now and join the ranks of successful cyber security experts! <br/><br/>**Why study this course?** <br/><br/><br/>- In collaboration with Amazon Web Services and the AWS-Educate programme<br/><br/><br/>- Build your knowledge of cyber security tools and practices<br/><br/><br/>- Address one of the most significant global issues of today<br/><br/><br/>- Help protect our society, economy, national security and privacy<br/><br/><br/>- Successfully evaluate cyber security issues, recognise best practices and analyse possible solutions to overcoming cyber threats. <br/><br/><br/>**Career pathways** <br/><br/>Graduates can progress into careers in industry, government and law enforcement. Job<br/>areas include: cyber security consultant, security architect, cyber security analyst, information and cyber security manager, software developer, network administrator, cyber incident manager, cyber project leader, security management, penetration tester and ethical hacker.<br/><br/>**For more information, please visit our website.**