Cyber Security BSc (Hons) / FdSc

Program Overview

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CYBER SECURITY

BSc (Hons) / FdSc

Overview

Gain a broad range of cyber security knowledge studying up-to-date, industry-relevant topics. Our Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree equips you with the technical expertise and strategic mindset to defend against cyber threats.

Why Choose This Course?

• WORK PLACEMENT (BSc only) – Put your cyber security training into real-life practice on an optional paid 48-week placement, with no tuition fees during your placement year
• PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Study in our cutting-edge computer labs, including our cyber security laboratory purpose-built for our cyber security course
• IN-DEPTH RESEARCH – Explore an area of the cyber security field in depth by completing a major final year research project
• HIGHER TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION – Students on our Cyber Security university course will receive a Level 4 HTQ on successful completion of the first year of study
• AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY – Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)

Facilities

Students on our computer science and cyber security university courses will have access to computing rooms with course-specific software installed, while our new cyber security laboratory will enable students to learn and participate in cyber-related activities in a controlled environment.

Course Breakdown

Core Modules

• Cyber Security Fundamentals
• Introduction to Computer Systems
• Introduction to Professional Issues in Cyber Security
• Principles of Object-Oriented Programming
• Networks and Communication
• Secure Systems Analysis and Design

Optional Placement Module

• Work Placement

Core Modules

• Cyber Forensics
• Database Technology
• Dynamic Web Development
• Ethical Hacking
• Research Methods for Cyber Security
• Securing Networks

Core Modules

• Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Security
• Cyber Security and Emerging Trends
• Cyber Security Incident Management
• Cyber Security Individual Project
• Secure Programming

Entry Requirements

Cyber Security BSc (Hons)

• A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CCC
• T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component of grade C
• BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of MMM
• Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required
• Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction
• GCSEs: You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2

Cyber Security FdSc

• A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD
• T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C
• BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PPP
• Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3)
• Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required
• Access to Higher Education Diploma: 48 UCAS Tariff points
• Non-tariff: Non-UCAS Tariff-based Level 3 qualifications are also considered for entry
• GCSEs: You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2

Key Information

Teaching and Assessment

• Note: Indicative information only – actual timetables and assessment regimes will be issued at your induction
• Teaching: Example of a typical teaching week (up to 14 contact hours)
  • Group teaching – 6 hours
  • Subject-related workshops – 6 hours
  • Tutorials – 2 hours
• Assessment: Estimated breakdown of assessment for this course
  • Coursework – 50%
  • Practical assessment/projects – 50%

Timetable

• We understand that you need to balance study with work, so wherever possible your lessons will be timetabled into 2-3 days a week

Tuition Fees for Home Students

• If you are a home student enrolling on a bachelor's or foundation degree course at University College Birmingham, the 2024/2025 academic year tuition fee for full-time study is £9,250
• For part-time study, the fee is £4,625
• In 2025/2026, the full-time fee will be £9,535 per year, while the part-time fee will be £4,767.50 per year

Tuition Fees for International Students

• If you are an international student (or have been fee assessed as an international fee payer) and are enrolling on a full-time bachelor's degree course in 2024/2025, the fee for the academic year will be £14,000
• If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year or £250 for a half-year placement
• In 2025/26, the tuition fee for the [Band 1] course will be £16,000 per year

Career Opportunities

• Cyber security analyst
• Cyber security consultant
• Cyber security engineer
• Systems analyst
• Network security administrator
• Penetration tester

Accreditations, Endorsements, and Partnerships

• University College Birmingham works with a wide range of organisations to ensure you receive the best possible training and qualifications recognised by industry
• Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)
• Approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), Higher Technical Qualifications are brand new qualifications designed to give you knowledge, skills and behaviours that have been identified by employers to meet the occupational standards for your chosen sector

Meet Your Tutors

• Edward Bird
• Dr Raja Muhammed Ubaid Ullah

Take the Next Step...

• Apply
• Book an open day

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Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

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Objectives:

This program aims to:

• cyber security knowledge
• cyber security skills
• jobs in cyber security

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Program Description:

• skilled cyber security professionals
• state-of-the-art IT and computer facilities
• paid 48-week work placement

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Outline:

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Year 1 (FdSc)

• cyber security fundamentals
• computer system architecture and logic
• Explores professional issues in cyber security, relevant legislation, ethical codes, career planning and five-year plan development.
• object-oriented programming with a popular programming language
• secure network design, deployment and evolution
• database design and implementation
• web development
• ethical hacking
• research methods for cyber security
• network security

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Optional Work Placement (BSc only):

48 weeks of paid work placement to gain valuable experience, broaden practice and demonstrate abilities to potential employers.

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Assessment:

• Assessment is a balance of coursework (50%) and practical assessments/projects (50%).

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Teaching:

• Typical Teaching Week (Up to 14 contact hours):
• 6 hours of Group teaching.
• 6 hours of Subject-related workshops.
• 2 hours of Tutorials.
• Around 20 hours per week for individual study time.

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Other:

• Higher Technical Qualification Level 4 in Cyber Security is awarded
• Unibuddy Community platform

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Conclusion:

The University College Birmingham Cyber Security BSc (Hons) or FdSc program provides comprehensive education and practical experience for individuals seeking to pursue rewarding and impactful careers in this critical and evolving industry.

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A half-year tuition fee is £4,625. There will be no change to this tuition fee for the forthcoming two academic years (2023/24 and 2024/25).

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International students

If you are an international student enrolling on a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2023/24, your fee for this academic year will be £13,500 per year. The course fee for academic year 2024/2025 is £14,000 per year. If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year or £250 for a half-year placement.