BSc Cyber Security
Course overview
This degree teaches students the essential skills to become successful security specialists through topics like ethical hacking, vulnerability assessment, and incident management. They will learn the technical skills required to build physical infrastructure, hardware, and software solutions that are robust and secure.
The programme is an academic partner of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec) and gives access to industry-standard laboratories using tools such as Kali Linux and Wireshark. Necessarily, all assessments are through coursework, meaning there are no written exams in this course.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement in which they say why they want to study the course and provide other information regarding their studies. A related employer reference is also required. Students have the choice of uploading their CVs along with their applications to showcase their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
Candidates must have 112 UCAS points for this three-year degree. This can be achieved through the following qualifications:
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A BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM.
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An A-Level at BBC.
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A minimum of two subjects at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English Language and Math.
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants from outside the UK need to score an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no score less than 5.5 in each skill area) or present equivalent test scores.
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Cyber Security from the University of Derby are well-equipped for exciting potential career paths, including.
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Cloud Security Specialist
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Penetration Tester
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Security Architect
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Computer Forensics Analyst
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Application Security Engineer
Cost of study
The full-time tuition fee for international students commencing the BSc Cyber Security at the University of Derby is £17,500. This is, however, subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, you will need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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