University of East London

BSc Cyber Security Networks

University of East London

Course overview

In the era of AI and new-age technology, today's society's ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity sees organisations clash over evolving threats. This makes it essential for both businesses and government agencies to safeguard their systems. The BSc Cyber Security and Networks at the University of East London offers this course to students to improve the skills that are needed to gain a comprehensive understanding of protecting organisations, networks, IT systems, and individuals from cyberattacks.

Students are introduced to modules and topics that would be studied through the 3 years in this programme to enhance their knowledge; this includes topics such as Information Systems Modelling and Design (Core), Software Development (Core), Computer Systems and Networks (Core), Cyber Security (Core), Mental Wealth, Professional Life 2 (Computing in Practice) (Core), Systems Administration (Core), Enterprise Architecture and Cloud Computing (Core), Project Management (Core), Business Continuity Planning (Core), Advanced Topics in Cyber Security and Networks (Core) and so much more.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • UCAS Tariff: International students are required to score 112 points

  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

  • International Baccalaureate: International students are required to score 24 points, including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, and must include Mathematics at a Higher Level.

English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS: International students are to score 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Payment Discount

    If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.

  • Engagement Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • Hardship Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • International Scholarship

    Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).

    Up to £500

  • Postgraduate Alumni Discount

    If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs

Career opportunities

A BSc Cyber Security and Networks from the University of East London opens doors to roles such as:

  • Information Security Analyst 

  • Security Engineer

  • Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)

  • Security Consultant

  • Security Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students studying BSc Cyber Security and Networks in the University of East London is £16,020 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll 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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