Computer Science (Cyber Security) at University of Kent - UCAS

Course summary

Computer Science (Cyber Security) Learn a broad base of computer science skills with a focus in your final year on cyber security. This is an excellent course choice if you are looking for a career in information security management or cyber security risk within commercial or government organisations. Cyber security expertise is in demand across all industries as we look to protect our economies, health services and data. Be part of the future of cyber security. The University has been recognised by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE-CSE) with a Gold Award. This means that it has met the ACE-CSE standard for Gold Award, and makes Kent one of only 12 ACEs-CSE in the UK to obtain Gold status. Accreditation We're accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council. Your Future You'll be on course for a big future. Our graduates have gone on to work in:

  • software engineering
  • mobile applications development
  • systems analysis
  • networking
  • finance and insurance
  • education
  • healthcare
Recent graduates have gone on to develop successful careers at leading companies such as:
  • Cisco
  • IBM
  • The Walt Disney Company
  • Citigroup
  • BT
Location Our city, your time. It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere. We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • British Computer Society

How to apply

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

International applicants

For further information about applying to Kent as an international student you can visit our International student webpages: https://www.kent.ac.uk/international. From here you will find useful information on country entry requirements, scholarship information, events and application guidance. Kent has dedicated support available to international students through groups, networks, English language and more specialist services through our Student Support and Wellbeing team. Visit our guide for international students to find out more on how we can support you during your time at Kent: www.kent.ac.uk/guides/support-for-international-students

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

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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80%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
92%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Additional fee information

All fees for 2025/26 are to be confirmed. Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.

Sponsorship information

Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible undergraduate students during their studies. See our funding page for more details - https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/fees-and-funding

Computer Science (Cyber Security) at University of Kent - UCAS