Computer Science for Cyber Security (with Integrated Foundation Year)

Program Overview

This accredited cyber security program provides a strong foundation in computing, preparing students for a rewarding career in the growing field. Through hands-on projects, innovative teaching methods, and industry collaborations, students develop essential skills in database systems, artificial intelligence, and cyber security. Graduates are highly employable, with career opportunities at leading companies in the tech industry.

Program Outline

Outline:

• First Year:
• Core:
• Foundation Mathematics 1
• Foundation Mathematics 2
• Foundation Mechanics
• Foundation Physics
• Fundamentals of Materials
• Second Year:
• Core:
• Mathematics for Computing
• Technical and Professional Skills
• Fundamentals of Programming
• Computer Architecture and Systems Software
• Internet Technologies
• Software Design and Development
• Third Year:
• Core:
• Database Systems
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Artificial Intelligence
• Enterprise-Pro
• Computer Communications and Networks
• System Security Management
• Fourth Year:
• Placement and/or Study Abroad
• Final Year:
• Core:
• Final Year Project
• Cyber Security
• Mobile Application Development
• Foundation of Cryptography
• Principles of Security Technologies

Teaching:

• Cognitive and personal skills are developed through problem-solving and design exercises, often in small groups.
• Project work is used to bring various aspects of the program together.
• Students have approximately 21 hours of weekly attendance commitment.
• Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratory classes, and practical skills development.
• Innovative and active learning methods are used, such as Team Based Learning (TBL) and team teaching.
• Case studies are used to apply theoretical understanding to real-world issues.
• Students work on projects for external clients or collaborators in industry and academia, gaining industry knowledge and experience.

Careers:

• Graduates are highly employable in the growing field of cyber security.
• Other career opportunities are also available in computer science, including roles at companies such as IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard (HP), Cap Gemini, FDM Group, Centrica, BBC, British Sky Broadcasting, Rolls Royce, JP Morgan, NHS trusts, GE, Deutsche Post AG, Goldman Sachs, Skipton Building Society, Societe General, Expressbank, Thomson Reuters.

Other:

• The program is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
• The program is designed to prepare students for a strong and rewarding experience in cyber security, aligning them with the fundamentals of computing from the moment they enrol.
• The program includes a common foundation year with four complementary engineering disciplines, allowing students to transfer to a different program if they feel it better suits their interests and career aspirations.
• All computer science students are automatically enrolled as student members of the British Computer Society (BCS).

Tuition fee UK: £9,250 per year