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Cyber Security

De Montfort University

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De Montfort University
UCAS CODE: G550

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Leicester Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Technology and computer systems are becoming ever more integrated with our day-to-day lives and protection of the data and information they contain is paramount. With many organisations and businesses now considering the defence of online information a critical business issue, there’s an increased focus and demand on the role of cyber security.On our Cyber Security BSc, you will learn about different types of cyber-attack, how to solve them and how to prevent them. Discover how to build ultra-secure software and systems, carry out rigorous penetration testing and study cryptography techniques. By putting yourself in the mind of a hacker, you will come to expect the unexpected and develop problem-solving skills that are highly-valued in the world of work.A versatile range of core computing and cyber security skills are embedded throughout the course, giving you a solid understanding of the underlying principles of cyber security. This includes the mathematical foundation of computing, secure coding and computer ethics. Your Final Project in year three provides an opportunity to work innovatively and creatively to produce a quality solution that addresses a societal or organisational need.Duration: Three years full-time, four years with a placement.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,250per year

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University information

De Montfort University

De Montfort University

  • University League Table

    120th

  • Campus address

    De Montfort University, City Campus, The Gateway, Leicester, Leicester, LE1 9BH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Information Technology & Systems

    18th out of 18 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 164
    96 59%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    4th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 76%

    14th

    2

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