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Universities United Kingdom Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge Courses BSC (HONS) Cyber Security

BSC (HONS) Cyber Security
at Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 15,900
Country Rank#78
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 80

Program Overview

Introduction

Peterborough is a globally recognised ‘smart city’ with a gigabit network, located in Cambridgeshire, the home of ‘Silicon Fen’ a centre for high-tech companies; what better place to kick-start your career in the IT-sector than at ARU Peterborough on our Cyber Security and Forensic Computing degree course?

Cyber attacks make headlines across the globe, and demand for talented computing graduates is outstripping supply. With governments and organisations increasing their cyber protection budgets, there’s never been a better time to invest in your future career.

Fine-tune your network and data skills with us, take an optional placement year, and get ready to make your mark in the global cyber security industry.

Course Content
TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

3 years full-time
Year 1

Core modules
- Computer Systems
- Introduction to System Architecture and Automation
- Software Principles
- Core Mathematics for Computing
- Cyber Crime Fundamentals
Year 2
Core modules
- Database Design and Implementation
- Network Routing and Switching Essentials
- Digital Security
- Networking Technologies
- Principles of Digital Forensics
- Ruskin Module
Year 3
Core modules
- Final Project
- Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
- Digital Forensics and Malware Science
- Professional Issues: Computing and Society
- Security Management and Governance
- Software Security
Modules are subject to change and availability.
Entry Requirement
A recognised foundation programme.
International Baccalaureate Diploma.
International Advanced Levels (A Levels).
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 50% from the West Bengal exam board.
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 55% from the following exam boards: Delhi, Mumbai, Tamil Nadu, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations New Delhi (CISCE), Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
HSC/Standard 12 with an overall average of 60% with at least 40% in a minimum of 5 subjects from any other exam board.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£15900 per year

Career Prospect

Careers

It’s predicted that the global cyber security workforce shortage will reach over 4 million by 2020/21, as demand outstrips supply*.
As a result, graduates are in demand with roles starting on salaries from £25-30,000. Cyber security consultants can expect to earn anything between £40,000 and £120,000 per year and many provide services under their own Limited companies.

Your skills in application security, information security or digital forensics could see you working closely with lawyers, governments, commercial organisations, the education sector and investigation agencies, as well as the finance and e-commerce sectors and national security organisations.

Whichever path you follow, you can be sure you’re graduating with the knowledge, skills and abilities that industry needs. We work with employers, and they help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects, internships or placements.

Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us. We offer a range of postgraduate degrees including MSc Computer Science and MSc Cyber Security. You’re also in the perfect position to continue your academic career and move on to a PhD in Computer Science. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.
*2019 (ISC)2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study.

Cost Of Studying At Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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BSC (HONS) Cyber Security at Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge