22Jun
UndergraduateUniversity of Kent has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Choosing to study computer science is a smart move. You’ll gain knowledge and skills that can change our world and transform yours, opening up rewarding career opportunities in all sectors. Reasons to study Computer Science (Cyber Security) at Kent
- The future is tech. Learn to code in several languages, starting with the Java programming language, which is widely used in industry
- Get ahead. Take a placement year to help boost your professional skills and get paid to do it
- World-leading. Kent is an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research, so you’ll be taught by world-leading experts
- Be creative. You’ll have access to a laser cutter, metal fabrication machinery, development equipment like Oculus Rift, Raspberry Pi, and so much more in our dedicated makerspace
- Open doors. Our most versatile computing degree that will lead to a range of careers in any industry
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:
- G490
- Institution code:
- K24
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/4397/computer-science-cyber-security
English language requirements
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
Please visit our website for further information:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html
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 | £22700 | Year 1 |
| International | £22700 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.
Please be aware that if the Government permits, the UK fee quoted may increase in line with inflation.
Full-time fees for 2024/25 for international students are £22,700 for laboratory programmes and £18,600 for non-laboratory programmes
Provider information
University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ
Course contact details
Visit our course pageAdmissions Contact
01227 768896
01227 827077