Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree)

Course Overview

Learn the fundamentals of cyber security and become a stand-out candidate for various organisations worldwide.

Start and Duration

• Sep, 2 years and 1 term
• Jan, 2 years

Level

• Undergraduate
• Undergraduate

Qualification

• Bachelor of Science (Hons)
• Bachelor of Science (Hons)

UK Fees

• From £12,333 per year*
• From £13,875 per year*

International Fees

• From £19,733 per year*
• From £22,200 per year*

UCAS Code

• G404

Campus

• Buckingham
• Buckingham

School

• School of Computing

About the Course

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The first year of this two-year programme introduces students to essential theories and concepts of computing, programming and software development that underpin modern computer science. These theories and concepts build the fundamentals necessary to undertake highly specialised modules in cyber security. All modules include practical work to apply knowledge and understanding to solve problems.

The second year focuses on specialist modules starting from the fundamentals of cybersecurity and cryptography to advanced modules such ethical hacking & penetration testing, digital forensics and cyber incident management.

A substantial project to solve a problem specifically within the domain of cyber security is also undertaken alongside software project management and cloud computing, which are some of the most sought-after skills in the IT sector today. There are several opportunities to work in teams enabling students to develop leadership and collaboration skills.

Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirements for computing are: A-Level:****(ABB – BBB), IB 32 or equivalent (Computing and/or Mathematics are desired, but not essential).

Applicants must also have GCSE B/5 in Math and C/4 in English.

If English is not your first language you will also need an IELTS Score of 6.5 , with at least 6.0 in each component.

Teaching & Assessment

The programme has a strong technical focus to give you a deep level of understanding and hands-on experience on how computing devices operate and communicate in the cyber space and how to secure them properly. You will also learn how to actively assess and improve the security posture of organisations’ cyber systems.

Teaching is carried out through a combination of lectures supported by seminars, practical workshops and tutorials. It is enhanced by virtual learning environments, online / stand-alone computer-based teaching, learning tools and software packages.

A key feature of the Buckingham teaching method is the use of small tutorial groups which provide the most effective means of ensuring that the students benefit from the academic expertise at their disposal. It is also the philosophy of the University’s faculty to be available to students outside the scheduled tutorial times and to encourage good working relationships between staff and students.

Computing programmes have supervised practical classes in computer labs in which you can apply and practise the techniques you have learnt in the lectures. These practical sessions are usually two or three hours long. You will also be expected to study on your own, using the library for reading and research, and computer laboratories to improve your practical skills.

Each student has a designated supervisor for the Individual Project. Weekly supervision meetings are offered throughout the Project.

Assessment Methods

A range of assessment techniques are utilised throughout the degree programme to give students the opportunity to demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes. Individual and group coursework, presentations, portfolios, quizzes, projects, and exams are the key assessments. The assessment of individual modules within each course varies according to the subject. Please check module information for more details.

Computer Labs, Software and Equipment

The School of Computing has several labs to facilitate the teaching, learning and assessment of its programmes. In addition to two general computer labs with high specification PCs, the School has specialist labs for cyber security and networks, games and immersive application development and robotics.

The Robotics lab includes a Boston Dynamics Spot, a number of indoor and outdoor ground robots, and two collaborative robots. Several sensors/payloads such as lidar scanners, gas sensors, imaging sensors are also available for student projects.

A Birdly virtual flying machine and high-end mixed reality headsets such as Microsoft HoloLens 2 and Varjo XR3 are available to develop and test immersive applications.

The Cyber Security and Networks lab is equipped with devices to configure and secure networks and simulate attacks.

Integrated development environments and a variety of software packages are available for teaching, learning and projects. Most software packages are available for students to install on their own PCs or laptops.

After Your Course

Graduate Employment

Our graduates have gone on to work at some of the world’s leading tech firms and multinational corporations such as Adobe, Amazon, Arm, BAE Systems, BT, Google Deep Mind, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover, Meta, Microsoft, PWC, and Salesforce. Some of our graduates work for companies that are highly specialised in their business, for example ASOS, Russell IPM, Vitalograph, and Zizo.

Many of our graduates have gone on to postgraduate studies in world’s leading universities, including Oxford, Cambridge and Edinburgh, and secured jobs in senior positions around the world. Among our alumni are successful tech entrepreneurs.

Course Fees

The fees for this course are:

• Sep 2025 Full-time (2 years and 1 term): UK £12,333, INT £19,733
• Jan 2026 Full-time (2 Years): UK £13,875, INT £22,200

The University reserves the right to increase course fees annually in line with inflation linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI). If the University intends to increase your course fees it will notify you via email of this as soon as reasonably practicable.

Course fees do not include additional costs such as books, equipment, writing up fees and other ancillary charges. Where applicable, these additional costs will be made clear.

Scholarships and Bursaries

We have bursaries and scholarships available for both home and international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and these are awarded based on location, merit or financial need.

Funded scholarships and bursaries may be awarded across all schools of study, and represent a partial remission from tuition fees. Bursaries are means-tested and are intended for those who need a contribution towards their fees in order to study at Buckingham.

Students applying for this course may be eligible for the following:

UK Students

• Gregory Scholarship: Scholarship available to UK undergraduate students studying Business, Computing, Humanities and Social Sciences or Psychology.
• High Achiever Scholarship: An entry scholarship, worth £2,000, is available to UK undergraduate students with high grades.
• Lillingstone Trust Scholarship: £5,000 scholarship for local students in MB ChB Medicine, Computing, or Psychology.
• Swains Scholarship: Up to £5,000/year for undergraduates in Buckinghamshire with financial need.
• Diversity in Computing Bursary: Designed to inspire more young women to pursue a career in computer science and IT.
• The University of Buckingham Bursary: UK students with a financial need applying for a two-year undergraduate degree can get up to £9,500.

International Students

• International Undergraduate High Achiever Scholarship: Fee reduction of £2,500 for international undergraduates with high grades.
• Sheikh / Mubarak Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah Scholarship (Undergraduate): A £40,000 scholarship for outstanding Arabic students pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree (2-year degree).
• Diversity in Computing Bursary: Designed to inspire more young women to pursue a career in computer science and IT.

Accommodation

We guarantee on-campus accommodation to all new students for their first four terms of study, as long as it is booked and paid for in good time, so you’re assured of a safe and secure home from home when you arrive at the University. Most new students choose this option.

Living on campus enables you to become involved in University activities, make friends, and integrate with the University community. For some of you this will be your first time in the UK; for others it will be the first time living away from home – and independence brings its challenges as well as its excitements. Whatever your circumstances, we know how important it is for you to feel comfortable in your accommodation.

What’s Included?

All our study bedrooms are fully furnished, centrally heated, and connected to the internet. With few exceptions they have a wash basin and small refrigerator. We have a large number of ensuite rooms, and are upgrading more rooms each year. There are shared kitchens for when you wish to cook for yourself.

How to Apply

We welcome applications in two different ways – directly via our online application form or through UCAS.

Apply Directly

Apply online via our course pages:

• Most flexible option
• Apply until shortly before the course starts
• No application fees
• You can apply to us as an extra option alongside your UCAS choices

You can apply directly through our website by clicking the ‘apply’ button at the bottom of the course page.

Apply via UCAS

You can easily make Buckingham one of your UCAS choices:

• You can apply to up to 5 choices
• The application and decision deadlines are set by UCAS
• There is an application fee to UCAS

Our UCAS code is B90.

If you’re interested in transferring to Buckingham from another university then please get in touch to talk through your options.