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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security - 18 months

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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security - 18 months

The programme has been designed for the Software Engineers who can collaborate with others in effective teams to produce reliable, robust software on time and on budget are in very high demand.

The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills necessary for taking part in the design, implementation, management and security of modern computer systems. It will enable them to work as professionally-minded cyber security practitioners able to meet the responsibilities and challenges demanded in the cyber security industry.


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  • Course code: BSC-H-CS-UOG-18
  • Credits:
  • Degree
  • Undergraduate
Key facts
100% Online: Study online with the UK’s leading online course provider.
Global programme: Study anytime, anywhere using your laptop, phone or a tablet.
Study material: Comprehensive study material and e-library support available at no additional cost.
Payment plans: Interest free monthly, quarterly and half yearly payment plans available for all courses.
Duration
18 Months
24 Months
Assessment
The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.

Course Details

The programme consists of 2 stages.

Stage 1 leads to award of 240 credits Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology

Mandatory units

● Information Technology and IT Ethics
● Mathematics and Statistics for IT
● PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
● Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts
● Web Design
● Web Programming
● Technopreneurship
● Network Security
● C#.NET Programming
● System Administration
● Content Management Systems
● Web Design

❯ Successful completion of Stage 1 leads to progression to Stage 2

Stage 2 leads to award of BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking Degree
● Dissertation Research Methods
● Advanced Networking and Security
● Advanced Topics in Technology and Innovation
● Cyber Security Management
● Secure Coding
● Dissertation

Fee Structure

The fee for the programme is as follows

  • 18 Months - GBP £6700
  • 24 Months - GBP £6700

Entry Requirements

Learner must possess:
● Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE or Secondary education/ high school or any equivalent qualification
or
● Work experience of 2 years or more in case you do not hold any formal qualification
and
● Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course

Payment plans

Please find below available fee payment plans:

18 Months - GBP £6700

● Payment option (a) - GBP £478 x 14 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b) - GBP £1340 x 5 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (c) - GBP £2233 x 3 half yearly instalments
● Payment option (d) - GBP £6365 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

24 Months - GBP £6700

● Payment option (a) - GBP £478 x 14 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b) - GBP £1340 x 5 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (c) - GBP £2233 x 3 half yearly instalments
● Payment option (d) - GBP £6365 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Accreditation

Stage 1 (Delivered by SSB):
The programme involves delivery through on-line Learning Management System (LMS). This stage leads to award of Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology - You will earn 240 credits (120 ECTS).

Stage 2 (Delivered by the University / awarding body)
On completion of the diploma programme you progress / Top up with Degree through a UK University for progression to the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security. The stage 2 is delivered via distance learning by faculties from the University / awarding body. Credits earned at this stage - 120 credits (60 ECTS).