Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Computer Science with Cybersecurity
- 4 years
- Duration
- 15,500 GBP/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Dundee / United Kingdom
- Location
- Abertay University
- School
Program description
Acquire advanced expertise in cybersecurity to identify and remediate security problems with this practical degree program. From the outset, you will be analyzing, creating, and implementing safe software systems. Utilizing your understanding of programming and computer architecture, you will develop safe systems with reduced vulnerabilities, including both offensive and defensive strategies. This course provides extensive practical experience spanning desktop, mobile, and embedded platforms.
Your specialized developer skills will significantly enhance your employability. You will be equipped for the swiftly changing cybersecurity landscape, using your proficiency in ethical hacking, computing, safe software engineering, and human-centered security. You will have the chance to apply for remunerated internships with our industry partners, subject upon selection. This, in conjunction with analyzing actual project briefs from industry collaborators, facilitates the development of essential professional skills and knowledge.
The UK's national cybersecurity policy recognizes software vulnerabilities as a significant issue and prioritizes the integration of security into software development from the outset. However, the majority of software engineers lack expertise in cybersecurity, which is now essential for the sector. The global deficit of cybersecurity professionals results in significant demand for our graduates, with many being recruited prior to graduation.
Program structure
Core Modules
- Computer Networking
- Computer Hardware Architecture and Operating Systems
- Programming with C++
- Software Design
- Fundamentals of Development Security
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Application Design
- Penetration Testing
- Programming For The User
- Ethical Hacking
- Software Engineering Practice
- Fundamentals of Machine Learning
- Secure Software Engineering
- Human-Centred Security
- IoT and Cloud Secure Development
- Mathematics for Cybersecurity
Price
Tuition Fee for International Students: 15,500 GBP per year
Requirements for applicants
Typical minimum entry requirements:
- A levels: CCC
- International Baccalaureate: 28 points, to include any essential subject at S5 or H4.
- Indian senior secondary school leaving certificate (12th standard from ICSE, CBSE or state boards) with a minimum of 65% or better
- English at IELTS 6.0 (with no component less than 5.5)
About the university
Abertay University is a contemporary and welcoming institution located in the center of Dundee, Scotland, emphasizing education and equipping graduates for professional endeavors. This is integrated with superior research and information dissemination. Abertay, established in 1888, has always addressed industry demands by providing a continuous stream of graduate talent to work, lead, and develop across several industries.
One of the UK's major technological institutions
Renowned as one of the leading technology colleges in the UK, we are distinguished for our proficiency in video game teaching, with our degrees in this discipline consistently ranking among the top in Europe for the last seven years. Our academic faculties provide degrees in several fields, including Mental Health Nursing, Civil Engineering, Business Analytics, and Ethical Hacking, equipping students for employment and, in many instances, facilitating real-world job experience concurrent with their studies.
A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
We take pleasure in providing an inclusive, amiable, and inviting atmosphere for our students and staff, complemented with exceptional education and an outstanding student experience.
We are also honored to be the:
- Leading Contemporary University in Scotland for Student Satisfaction (NSS 2024)
- Ranked among the Top 10 in the UK for Student Experience (Daily Mail Guide 2024)
- Ranked in the top three in the UK for research intensity among modern universities (CUG 2024)
Abertay University serves as a National Centre for Excellence in video game and cybersecurity education.
