Cyber Security (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cyber Security (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Our BSc (Hons) Cyber Security course provides you with a comprehensive foundation in cybersecurity, equipping you with the technical expertise, practical experience, and professional skills needed for a successful career in this dynamic field.
You will:
* Gain expertise and hands-on experience to defend digital systems against evolving threats
* Study in state-of-the-art facilities such as our Cyber Innovation Academy, where you’ll gain the knowledge to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges and develop skills in threat detection, risk...
Our BSc (Hons) Cyber Security course provides you with a comprehensive foundation in cybersecurity, equipping you with the technical expertise, practical experience, and professional skills needed for a successful career in this dynamic field.
You will:
* Gain expertise and hands-on experience to defend digital systems against evolving threats
* Study in state-of-the-art facilities such as our Cyber Innovation Academy, where you’ll gain the knowledge to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges and develop skills in threat detection, risk analysis, secure system development, and incident response
* Learn cutting-edge cybersecurity practices aligned with industry demands and emerging trends
* Be part of a research-active department working on future and emerging technologies, allowing you to learn methods that are shaping the cybersecurity world right now
* Have the opportunity to progress into diverse roles, including Penetration Tester, Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or even Chief Information Security Officer upon graduation
* Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Wrexham
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A36-C13
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
UCAS Tariff
48.0
72.0
Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.
Scottish Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
AS
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Access to HE Diploma
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Scottish Advanced Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Extended Project
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*
E
We accept WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as part of your overall tariff score.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International, Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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