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BSc Cyber Security

University of Lancashire

Institution
University of Lancashire
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Cyber Security
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
CB15

Entry requirements

64 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP BTEC Diploma: MM Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: P (D or E) IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering, integrating programming with systems and security. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, and Project Management. The programme includes a foundation year before progression to the main degree and concludes with a supervised honours degree project.

Modules

  • Introduction to Software Development
  • Investigating IT
  • Problem-solving for Computing
  • Study Skills 1 - Learning How to Learn
  • Study Skills 2 - Developing Academic Skills
  • Foundation Mathematics
  • The Computing Challenge
  • Introduction to Networking
  • Programming
  • Computer Systems and Security
  • Systems Analysis and Database Design
  • Web Technologies
  • The Agile Professional
  • Information Security Management
  • Advanced Programming
  • Network Management
  • Digital Evidence and Incident Response
  • Cyber Security
  • Honours Degree Project
  • Secure Software and Malware Analysis
  • Penetration Testing
  • Advanced Cyber Security
  • Wireless and Mobile Networks
  • Cloud Computing