BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree)
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree), a computing degree in the area of Web Development and Security and Software Engineering. The fast-tracked programme runs over two years with start dates in January and September. British Computer Society accreditation is held by the undergraduate provision.
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Entry requirements
The standard entry requirements for computing are: A-Level: (ABB – BBB), IB 32 or equivalent (Computing and/or Mathematics are desired, but not essential). Applicants must also have GCSE B/5 in Math and C/4 in English . If English is not your first language you will also need an IELTS Score of 6.5 , with at least 6.0 in each component.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 100%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 63%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 60%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- No formal qualifications: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £34,000. The £28,000 median after fifteen months is £500 more than the UK median for Information technology.
What do graduates of BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham?
100% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 89 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
How many students continue on BSc Computing (Cyber Security) (2-year degree) at University of Buckingham?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.