BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security) with a Year in Industry

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Royal Holloway University of London

Program Overview

Our year in industry course with a specialism in information security will give you a strong foundation of knowledge, skills and practical experience to kickstart your career. Your work placement in year 3 will give you skills and awareness that can be refined in a real work environment and will help to set you apart when you apply for jobs. The creation, transmission and storage of huge volumes of electronic data is one of the defining features of our age. It brings us untold benefits but it also exposes businesses, governments and individuals to repeated threats. We increasingly rely on the expertise and innovations of information security specialists, without which many aspects of our daily lives would grind to a halt. You could be one of them.

This four-year course will equip you to manage and improve the smooth running and security of systems, applications and organisations. You will learn from leading researchers in the field, covering topics such as cryptography, computer security, fraud detection and the study of how security itself can best be managed. All this will be underpinned by a solid grounding in the fundamentals of computing and application development. 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

A key component of the program is the year-long industry placement, which provides students with invaluable real-world experience and enhances their employability. Royal Holloway's strategic location in the M4 corridor, known as 'England's Silicon Valley,' facilitates close links with leading technology companies, offering students a range of placement opportunities. If students are unable to secure a placement, there is an option to transfer to the equivalent three-year BSc course.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The program's comprehensive curriculum and emphasis on practical experience prepare graduates for diverse career paths in the rapidly evolving field of cyber security. Royal Holloway's strong industry connections and focus on real-world applications enhance employability. Additionally, the department's high research ranking underscores its commitment to excellence, providing a solid foundation for future opportunities.

Program Key Stats

£28,900
Sept Intake : 29th Jan


Yes

Eligibility Criteria

AAB
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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Information Security Manager
  • Penetration Tester
  • IT Security Consultant

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