This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
York St John University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This BSc in cyber security will offer students the chance to develop skills that will set them up to be employable in this growth industry. On this course you will gain the skills, knowledge and experience that you will need to secure critical infrastructure and data systems . The program aims to train and produce graduates with advanced cybersecurity skills with a combined knowledge of theory and practice. York St John University is a member of the Yorkshire and Humberside Institute of Technology, which has allowed us to fund and develop specialist cybersecurity facilities and equipment, which will be housed in our state of the art creative centre, which will be opened in September 2021. Utilising the specialised cybersecurity resources and collaborations with industries offered by the Yorkshire and Humberside institute of Technology (YHIoT), students of the program will be provided with opportunities to engage in work-related projects and experiences using the specialised equipment to prepare them for work related challenges. This degree has been accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS.
Modules
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/computer-science/cyber-security-bsc-hons/
Assessment method
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/computer-science/cyber-security-bsc-hons/
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I103
- Institution code:
- Y75
- Campus name:
- York St John University
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/computer-science/cyber-security-bsc-hons/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
| International | £14000 | 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
For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
Provider information
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk
York
YO31 7EX