BSc Cyber Security

Technology has taken over many aspects of business operations, and businesses hold important digital assets that must be handled with utmost care. This creates the demand for skilled cybersecurity personnel who can protect these assets from external breaches.

During the BSc Cyber Security at Birmingham City University, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to gain cybersecurity expertise. The course is designed to give you the analytical skills, technical proficiency, and management expertise to solve the cybersecurity challenges any organisation faces.

With a teaching method that emphasises practical/hands-on learning, you will learn through the use of leading tools and technologies. Additionally, this programme gives you the option of a placement year with an organisation. Through this, you gain valuable real-world experience and a well-rounded education.

Founded in 1992 and granted university status in 1971, Birmingham City University is a distinguished institution. This university, which is ranked in the top 10 in the United Kingdom, has approximately 31,000 students enrolled from more than 100 countries. The university is also ranked in the top 30 for high-quality education in subjects like education, mechanical engineering, dance, media studies, and design.

With its fully furnished campuses (City Centre and City South Campuses) and knowledgeable academic staff, Birmingham City University offers a comfortable learning environment. These characteristics make Birmingham City University an excellent choice for any student.

Here are the standard entry requirements to study for a BSc in Cyber Security at Birmingham City University:

Grade Requirements

• You should have a minimum UCAS point of 112 from either an A-Level (BBC), the International Baccalaureate (28 points overall) in required subjects (computer science, chemistry, design technology, or physics), or a combination of both qualifications. 
• You may also tender any other acceptable qualifications equivalent to the ones stated.

English Proficiency 

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study for a BSc in Cybersecurity at Birmingham City University is £17,690. However, this fee does not cover placement year costs or personal expenses such as printing, stationery, and course materials.

Financial aid options available to students at Birmingham City University include student loans, grants, scholarships, and the disabled students' allowance.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc in Cybersecurity from Birmingham City University:

• Cybersecurity Analyst  
• Information Security Officer  
• Network Security Engineer  
• Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst  
• Ethical Hacker (Penetration Tester)  
• IT Risk Analyst

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.