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BSc Networks and Cyber Security (Extended Degree)

Northumbria University

Institution
Northumbria University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Networks and Cyber Security (Extended Degree) BSc (Hons)
Duration
4-5 years
UCAS code
Z062
Typical offer
A-level CA, UCAS 56-72

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff: 56 to 72 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, Human Behaviour, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose a 4-year full-time route or a 5-year pathway incorporating a professional placement year or study abroad.

Modules

  • Personal, Academic and Skills Development
  • Digital Technologies
  • Introduction to Information Systems
  • Code wrangling for beginners
  • Digital Society Case Study
  • Introduction to Physical Computing
  • Computational Thinking
  • Computers & Society
  • Computing Fundamentals
  • Data Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Networks and Cyber Security
  • Programming
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Software Architecture
  • Computer Vision
  • Computing Consultancy Project
  • Data Visualization
  • Digital Forensics Incident Response
  • Human Factors in Cyber Security
  • IT Service Management
  • Mobile & Web App Development
  • Network Switching and Routing
  • Indie Games Studio
  • Secure Operating Systems
  • Contemporary Issues in Computing and Digital Technologies
  • Developing Digital and Professional Competence
  • London Campus UG Internship
  • London Campus Undergraduate Professional Practice
  • London Campus UG Group Consultancy Project
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
  • Work placement year
  • Study abroad year
  • Advanced Security
  • Computing Project
  • Computing Group Project
  • Data Security and Governance
  • Enterprise Networks and Security
  • Skills for Academic Success in a UK University