BSc Cyber Security
About this course
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security is an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering focused on protecting networks, systems and data. Core topics include Programming, Embedded Systems, Research Methods. The curriculum is delivered in partnership with the Cisco Networking Academy and the EC-Council, allowing students to pursue additional professional certifications alongside their studies. Students can also choose a version of the course that includes a foundation year or an industrial placement year. The first year introduces foundational principles through modules such as Problem Solving though Programming, Introduction to Networks and Security, Network Applications, and Introduction to Databases, teaching software implementation, networking basics, and relational database use. The second year advances into specialized technical concepts via Network Systems Automation, Ethical Hacking and Pen Testing, Network Implementation, and Research Methods Project, focusing on threat analysis and system security. The final year consolidates knowledge through core study in Dissertation Project, Industrial Consulting Project, and CyberOps. Students can further tailor their studies by selecting from optional modules covering areas such as Cybercrime and Digital Forensics, Internet of Things, Cloud Computing and Virtualisation, and Network Management.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS tariff points A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D or T-level Merit, or equivalent , which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. Direct entry into year two or three may be considered for this course. A BTEC Subsidiary Diploma will be considered in conjunction with other qualifications. For further information about UK qualifications, please contact admissions.
What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 74%
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: 30%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 65%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Engineering professionals: 5%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 205 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 12%
- South East: 62%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- A degree: 10%
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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Problem Solving though Programming
- Introduction to Networks and Security
- Network Applications
- Introduction to Databases
- Routing and Switching
- Cyber Security Essentials
- Network Systems Automation
- Ethical Hacking and Pen Testing
- Network Implementation
- Research Methods Project
- Threat Intelligence Analysis
- Network Security
- Dissertation Project
- Industrial Consulting Project
- CyberOps
- Cybercrime and Digital Forensics
- Internet of Things
- Cloud Computing and Virtualisation
- Network Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Cyber Security at Solent University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £38,500. The £30,500 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
What do graduates of BSc Cyber Security at Solent University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Cyber Security at Solent University?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Cyber Security at Solent University?
The average entrant had 87 UCAS points.
Is BSc Cyber Security at Solent 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.
Does BSc Cyber Security at Solent University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Cyber Security at Solent University?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.