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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
Ulster University — Belfast, United Kingdom
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security is a undergraduate Computer Science & IT course at Ulster University, Belfast, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £18,030 per year and starts in September.
Undergraduate · 1 year · Full-time · Computer Science & IT · £18,030 per year
Intakes: September
Ulster University's BSc Cyber Security is a four-year degree, including a placement year, that prepares you to defend digital systems against threats such as data breaches, ransomware and cyber espionage. From the first year you work on real security problems, learning to find vulnerabilities, respond to attacks and build resilient systems, combining technical skills with ethical hacking, network security and risk management. You use industry tools, can take placements with organisations, and join guest lectures led by industry experts. The course offers three streams: software development, networking and cyber security, and cloud computing and operating systems.
Modules
- Software Development I
- Software Development II
- Database Systems
- Computer Hardware and Operating Systems
- Cyber Security Foundations
- Mathematics for Engineering I
- Cloud Computing
- Secure Software Engineering
- Cyber Risk Management, Ethics and Governance
- Computer Networks and Security
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Professional Practice - Computing
- Secure Network Infrastructure
- AI for Cyber Security
- Cloud Operating Systems
- Penetration Testing
- Final Year Project
Careers
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Digital Forensics Investigator
- Penetration Tester
- Security Consultant
Frequently asked questions
How long is BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Ulster University?
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security takes 1 year (Full-time).
How much does BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Ulster University cost?
The listed tuition fee is £18,030 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does BSc (Hons) Cyber Security start?
Intakes: September.
What level is BSc (Hons) Cyber Security?
It is a undergraduate course in Computer Science & IT.
What will I study on BSc (Hons) Cyber Security?
Modules include Software Development I, Software Development II, Database Systems, Computer Hardware and Operating Systems, Cyber Security Foundations and Mathematics for Engineering I.
What careers can BSc (Hons) Cyber Security lead to?
Typical roles include Cyber Security Analyst, Digital Forensics Investigator, Penetration Tester and Security Consultant.