Computer Science (Cyber Security) BSc Honours 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

30,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. Cyber threats are rising, highlighting the need to safeguard our digital infrastructure. Our Cyber Security degree gives you the skills to defend against evolving threats. You'll develop the skills and knowledge to develop dependable and secure software systems.


You’ll focus on designing and developing secure software systems. You'll learn theory and techniques used to make systems resilient against cybersecurity threats. You'll learn about:


  • security mechanisms for computing
  • software verification techniques and tools
  • cryptography and cryptographic protocols
  • network and system security

In your first two years, you'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation.


In your final year, you’ll learn more about Cyber Security and study more specialised modules.


You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year.


The latest research drives our teaching, keeping your course future-focused. We are:


  • an Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Research
  • recognised by the UK's National Cyber Security Centre for conducting leading research
  • the lead institution for the National Edge AI Hub, which explores the impact of cyber threats on Edge AI

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. Cyber threats are rising, highlighting the need to safeguard our digital infrastructure. Our Cyber Security degree gives you the skills to defend against evolving threats. You'll develop the skills and knowledge to develop dependable and secure software systems.


You’ll focus on designing and developing secure software systems. You'll learn theory and techniques used to make systems resilient against cybersecurity threats. You'll learn about:


  • security mechanisms for computing
  • software verification techniques and tools
  • cryptography and cryptographic protocols
  • network and system security

In your first two years, you'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation.


In your final year, you’ll learn more about Cyber Security and study more specialised modules.


You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year.


The latest research drives our teaching, keeping your course future-focused. We are:


  • an Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Research
  • recognised by the UK's National Cyber Security Centre for conducting leading research
  • the lead institution for the National Edge AI Hub, which explores the impact of cyber threats on Edge AI

Admission Requirements

6+
4+
115+
34+
88+
65+

A-Level: 

AAB (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking).


We are committed to encouraging the adoption of A level Computing. Students applying with an A level in Computing will receive favourable consideration.


GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.

3 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
30,300 GBP

Scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships
Bachelors Open

Value

$9463

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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