Course summary
Delve into cybersecurity as you learn different ways to assess and secure modern networked computers against hacking threats. Secure Networking then teaches you the principles and practice of secure computer networking as you learn how to create complex systems at scale. Get hands-on with machine learning and data mining as you discover how data science is revolutionising our world from medicine to industry. You will explore how to develop and manage software, including testing, maintenance, and scalability. All of these are essential skills for a career in computing. Your final module develops CV-boosting agile expertise through group projects, while your dissertation lets you build a project related to your work or research interests.
Assessment method
We will assess you throughout your course with coursework and projects. And you will discuss your work and progress directly with your lecturers.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Computer Society
How to apply
International applicants
If your first language is not English you will require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with 6.0 in all components. OR An equivalent English language qualification acceptable to the University. Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.
Entry requirements
To join this course you'll need a 2:2 UK bachelor's degree in a computer-related subject. Those without a computing degree, but have worked in the computing industry can also be considered. If you have no experience or a degree in a computing related discipline then you should consider our MSc in Computing Science. For entry onto the Postgraduate Certificate Research Project you should be able to provide evidence of experience in research and study methods at an appropriate level. Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component
If English is not your first language then, please see here for our requirements and accepted alternative English language qualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £18950 | Year 1 |
| International | £18950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year, your fees will increase each year.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP