Course summary
This course will be delivered at the CU Scarborough campus. Students will assess the types of malicious activity and potential targets, and the role everyone has in maintaining cyber resilience. With continuing digital revolution, computer systems are involved with just about every aspect of our lives. Whilst this connectivity procures advantages, it also implies vulnerabilities to personal data, interference with the operation of our devices, or even hijacking. You will aim to gain a wide range of sector knowledge that is tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace scenarios, preparing you for employment or further study. Society needs students to progress into industry being able to evaluate risk, as well as the ability to design and implement mitigation strategies. The security of information technology systems, or Cyber Security, is not only a question of individual privacy, but also of corporate, institutional and national importance, which explains the rapid growth in need for Cyber Security experts within the industry. The industry requires people who are not just technically skilled, but able to work with a team in order to service large projects, and convey their findings to a range of audiences, from the managerial to technically focused. On successful completion of this course, students will have explored the following;
- the nature of cybercrime and cyber threat actors
- the roles and responsibilities in relation to information assurance
- the threats to, and vulnerabilities in ICT infrastructure
- strategic responses to cyber security threats.
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Modules
Year 1
- Cyber Security and Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence AI & Intelligent Systems
- Networking and Security
- Professional Practice and Planning a Computing Project
- Programming Unit and Database Design & Development
- Systems Analytics and Design Database Management Systems
- Internet of Things and Emerging Topics
- Applied Cryptography and Forensics
Assessment method
This course will make use of formative and summative work to both develop and assess students. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy assures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
How to apply
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
International students should apply directly to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cus/international/courses-and-how-to-apply/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component area.
For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.
https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/apply/english-requirements/
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7950 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7950 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7950 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £7950 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
International | £18300 | Year 1 |
EU | £18300 | 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
Provider information
CU Scarborough
Ashburn Road
Scarborough
YO11 2JW
Clearing contact details
Recruitment and Admissions Office
02476 888888
Additional information
Thursday 17 August 08:00-21:00, Friday 18 August 08:00-18:00, Saturday 19 August 10:00-16:00, Sunday 20 August 10:00-16:00, Monday 21 August onwards (weekdays only) 08:00-19:00