Computer Science with Cyber Security BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science with Cyber Security BSc (Hons)
Cybersecurity is an area of computing that specialises in protecting data, networks and systems from digital attacks.
Today’s increasing reliance on technology in an interconnected world calls us to a greater protection of data and information systems. Many businesses, organisations and government agencies view the protection of online services as vital for their economic, educational and social growth. This feeds into a greater emphasis on the role of cybersecurity in society.
This course builds on strong computing foundations to provide expertise on how to preven...
Cybersecurity is an area of computing that specialises in protecting data, networks and systems from digital attacks.<br/><br/>Today’s increasing reliance on technology in an interconnected world calls us to a greater protection of data and information systems. Many businesses, organisations and government agencies view the protection of online services as vital for their economic, educational and social growth. This feeds into a greater emphasis on the role of cybersecurity in society.<br/><br/>This course builds on strong computing foundations to provide expertise on how to prevent, protect and manage cyber-attacks, including AI attacks. You will learn how to build secure software, carry out penetration testing and apply cryptographic techniques to secure information.<br/><br/>Relying on a blend of theory and practical applications, this course will provide you with opportunities to keep up with new developments in cyber threats and defence mechanisms, consider the ethics and impact of decision-making processes related to security, and develop relevant skills for a successful career within the area of cybersecurity.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
GG49
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Access to HE Diploma
Pass relevant Diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Minimum of 5 in SL Maths or 4 in HL Maths required if grade 5/B not held at GCSE. Applications & Interpretation and Analysis & Approaches both accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D*D*
BTEC must be in IT, Science or Engineering. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding eligibility of other BTEC subjects.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths Grade 5/B required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
Accepted in combination with A-Level grade B. Some relevant subjects in IT, Maths, Science or Engineering should be studied within qualification profile. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding other combinations.
AS
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
Extended Project
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D*
Accepted in combination with A-Level grades BB. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding other qualification combinations.
A level
A,B,B
T Level
D
In Digital Production, Design and Development (with an Occupational Specialism in Software development technician) or Digital Business Services
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Considered with other qualifications.
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