BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security, a computer science degree focused on the principles of securing digital systems and networks. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, and Project Management. The curriculum incorporates opportunities to gain professional industry-recognised certifications from organisations such as Cisco, Microsoft, and CompTIA. The first year introduces foundational software and design through Software Development, Tech Stack, Computing Skills, and User Experience. The second year progresses into core technical methods via Ethical Hacking, Algorithms and Data Structures, Computer Networking and Security, and Thematic Project. The final year concludes with advanced applications and an independent Project alongside Secure Development and Deployment, Cyber Security, and Data Science.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 112 UCAS tariff points
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 30%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 45%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
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.
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Software Development
- Tech Stack
- Computing Skills
- User Experience
- Ethical Hacking
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Computer Networking and Security
- Thematic Project
- Secure Development and Deployment
- Project
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
Questions about this course
What do graduates of BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University?
The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
Is BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University 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. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.
Does BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Science with Cyber Security at Leeds Trinity University?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.