BSc (Hons) Computing with Cyber Security Technology

Northumbria University

United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Northumbria University

United Kingdom , Newcastle upon Tyne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 20,950 / year(s)

BSc (Hons) Computing with Cyber Security Technology

About

In response, this BSc (Hons) Computing with Cyber Security Technology programme aims to develop your knowledge and skill set in information governance, information assurance, cyber security risk management, and penetration testing as a countermeasure against cyber-attacks. You will also learn and develop skills in digital forensics.

Key facts

Learn about the challenges related to digital forensics, the relevant legal frameworks, the forensics investigation process

Explore methodologies used by hackers and systematic process of hacking phases

Satisfy the educational requirements of the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for professional membership

Top up your existing qualification to a UK honours degree with direct entry onto Level 5 or 6

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements

Depending on your previous qualifications, you can join the programme directly onto Year One, Two or Three.

Year One (Level 4)

112 UCAS Tariff points

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GCSE requirements:
Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

Year Two (Level 5)

HNC or equivalent Level 4 qualification in an computing or IT subject area

Year Three (Level 6)

HND or Foundation Degree in a computing or IT related field.

Applicants holding a relevant computing or IT qualification in addition to one of the following: DipHE, any Level 5 award such as Certificate, Diploma or NVQ, will also be considered.

Please note:

For Level 5 and Level 6 entry you must provide evidence of a Level 2 Maths or equivalent. Exemptions are granted if you can evidence previous study in finance, accounting, statistics, data analysis or research modules at previous levels of study.

Applicants over the age of 21 without formal qualifications yet with appropriate work experience are also encouraged to apply for entry to level 4 or 5. Non-standard qualifications/work experience will need to be considered on an individual basis.