Computer Science (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons)
University of PortsmouthLondon, United Kingdom
Course overview
Prepare for a career in cyber security at our London campus, learning how to secure networks, protect sensitive data and respond to cyber threats. Develop practical skills in areas such as penetration testing, cryptography, digital forensics and vulnerability analysis while building the technical expertise needed to defend modern digital systems.
Key highlights
- Taught at the London campus
- Learn to secure networks, protect sensitive data and respond to threats
- Practical skills in penetration testing and vulnerability analysis
- Covers cryptography and digital forensics
- Builds technical expertise to defend modern digital systems
Entry requirements
- A-level: BCC-CCC — Typical offers A levels - BCC-CCC UCAS points - 96-104 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including an A level in a relevant subject ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DM…
- UCAS tariff points: 96-104 — Typical offers A levels - BCC-CCC UCAS points - 96-104 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including an A level in a relevant subject ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DM…
- T-level: Merit — …including an A level in a relevant subject ( calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM-MMM International Baccalaureate - 27 You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see…
- BTEC: DMM-MMM — BTECs (Extended Diplomas
- International Baccalaureate: 27 — …calculate your UCAS points ) T-levels - Merit BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM-MMM International Baccalaureate - 27 You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we…
Scholarships
Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £5,000Sanctuary Scholarship
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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Cyber security analyst
- Penetration tester
- Digital forensics analyst
- Security operations centre (SOC) analyst
- Network security engineer
- Vulnerability analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,600 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Portsmouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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