BSc Computer Security

The Cardiff Metropolitan University BSc Computer Security Foundation is a four-year programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University. The initial foundation year is designed to strengthen students' skills, knowledge, and confidence before they progress to the main degree. The BSc Computer Security degree, often called Cyber Security, focuses on the technologies and practices used to protect networks, computers, and data from attacks or unauthorised access.

The course covers offensive security, defensive security, and information security rules. Students learn through lectures, tutorials, technical labs, and real-world case studies, gaining practical skills in a Cisco cybersecurity lab. The programme also incorporates content from professional certifications like Cisco Networking (CCNA) and Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH), enhancing students' career prospects.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is a welcoming institution dedicated to giving students a supportive and valuable education. The university aims to equip students with practical skills and knowledge directly useful in their chosen fields. It also works to create a place where students can develop their talents and achieve their career goals.

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, covering subjects like Art & Design, Business & Management, Health Sciences, Sport, and Technology. Cardiff Metropolitan University focuses on preparing its graduates for good careers by combining academic learning with opportunities for real-world experience and professional development.

Candidates should provide a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant details about their studies. An academic or employer reference is often a necessary part of the application. Students can choose to include their CV to highlight any relevant work experience they have.

Grade Requirements: 

• For the Foundation Year, applicants generally need 64 UCAS Tariff points. These points can come from qualifications such as A-levels, a BTEC National Extended Diploma, or a T Level. 
• Applicants can also submit A-level equivalent international qualifications.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants whose first language is not English need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no single part below 5.5. Other similar qualifications are also accepted, such as PTE or TOEFL.

The tuition fee for international students studying the BSc Computer Security Foundation at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 per year.

Cardiff Metropolitan University provides scholarships for international students, including those on the BSc Computer Security with Foundation Year course. All international applicants receive automatic consideration for an Undergraduate Scholarship, which offers £2,500 once they have an offer to study. Students can only receive one scholarship. These scholarships are for full-time students who study on campus.

The BSc Computer Security degree prepares graduates for challenging and well-paid careers in the growing field of cybersecurity. Graduates of this course work as:

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Penetration Tester
• Information Security Officer
• Security Architect
• Digital Forensics Analyst
• Network Security Engineer

International students interested in this course should submit their applications directly to the university. Please speak to our counsellors to assist you.