BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Cyber Security

Cyber security is one of the fastest-growing fields globally, offering careers with purpose, challenge, and exceptional employability. Our portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes is practice-led and industry-aligned, designed to meet the UK’s growing demand for cyber professionals. You’ll gain technical depth in areas such as secure systems, ethical hacking, cloud security, and digital forensics, alongside core computer science concepts and strong ethical foundations.

Recognising the increasing prevalence of AI in cyber security for both attack and defence, our programmes explore how artificial intelligence is transforming threat detection, incident response, and adversarial tactics - preparing graduates to address emerging risks in an AI-driven digital landscape. With modules shaped by the industry needs and informed by cutting-edge research in trustworthy AI and secure software engineering, you’ll graduate ready to protect infrastructures and respond to emerging cyber risks. Whether your interest lies in ethical hacking, secure software development, or defending AI-driven systems, cyber security offers a career with purpose, challenge, and exceptional employability.

Cyber security graduates are in demand across every sector - and our programmes are built to make you job-ready from day one. The UK continues to experience a significant shortage of cyber professionals, particularly in cloud security, secure software development, and governance. This means excellent prospects for graduates entering the field.

Hull’s regional partnerships and industry links ensure real-world projects and placement opportunities, preparing you for roles in government, fintech, health, and beyond. At the frontline of the cyber age