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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Leicester Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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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, theres 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.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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拢 16,250per year
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University information
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University League Table
105th
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Campus address
De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 9BH, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
88th out of 117 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 227111 49%106th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10077.0 77%74th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.95 74%79th
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