BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security with Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security with Foundation Year at Leeds Trinity University is a four-year undergraduate programme that equips students with academic skills and core concepts in computing, programming, and web technologies. During the course, students will learn practical skills to defend against digital crime and to implement, manage, and lead initiatives in cyber intelligence, threat mitigation, data privacy, ethics, and government regulation.
Learning is delivered through a three-phase model of preparation, live, and post-activity phases, pre-recorded lectures, set readings, live sessions for active learning, and interaction with staff. Assessment methods include developing software and applications, with a focus on code review in modules like Secure Development and Deployment, an independent project in the final year, written reports, and oral presentations.
Entry requirements
Interested candidates are to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students can upload their CVs with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Candidates must have at least 64 UCAS tariff points, including A Levels, BTECs, and T Levels.
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A-level equivalent international qualifications are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates whose first or primary language is not English will usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component score below 5.5 or equivalent English qualifications like TOEFL or PTE
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
All Leeds Trinity graduates are eligible for a tuition fee discount on postgraduate courses of up to 50%, excluding PGCE Provider-led, School Direct or SCITT courses.
Sanctuary Scholarship
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security with Foundation Year from Leeds Trinity University can work as:
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Penetration Testers
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Cyber Security Analysts
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Network Security Engineers
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Security Architects
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Information Security Analysts
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security with Foundation Year in Leeds Trinity University is £12,000.
Admission
Candidates can submit their applications directly to the University via the online application form or through UCAS. Please speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about this process.
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