BSc Computer Science Cyber Security
Course overview
The BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security) at the University of Greenwich, accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is designed to provide students with the skills needed for careers in securing digital infrastructure. The programme builds a strong grounding in computer systems and covers areas such as cryptography, data security, computer forensics, and information security, preparing students to combat threats from hackers.
Learning involves lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and smaller tutorials, alongside weekly personal study. Assessment involves formal assignments, examinations, with the teaching staff providing feedback within fifteen working days to help students monitor progress.
Entry requirements
To be considered for this course, applicants must present a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying and any other information related to their academic history. A relevant academic reference or letter from an employer is also required. They can also include their CVs in the application to highlight relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants usually need about 120 UCAS tariff points from A-levels, BTEC Extended Diplomas, Access to HE Diplomas and T-levels.
- Other international equivalent qualifications are also considered.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)
- An equivalent of PTE and TOEFL can also be considered.
Scholarships
David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary
The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.
Up to £1,000International Hardship Fund
The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.
Up to £1,000International Scholarship Award
International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.
The Global Greenwich Bursary
A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.
Uni Toolkit Scholarship
This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.
Up to £1,000Visionary Scholarship
We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.
Up to £5,750William Hills Scholarship
The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
The University of Greenwich offers various scholarships and bursaries for international undergraduate students to relieve the financial burden of studying abroad. One such is the Greenwich Bursary, which is worth £700 for undergraduate students with a low household income who meet the eligibility criteria in their first year.
Cost of study
The BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security) at the University of Greenwich for international students costs £17,975 per year.
Admission
Students can apply for the BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security) programme through UCAS or directly to the University’s online platform. You can speak to our trained counsellors for help.
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