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Cyber Security at University of Derby - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

University of Derby has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

20Jun
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate
21Jun
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate
4Oct
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

Join a new generation of cyber security professionals. You’ll learn how to manage security incidents and ensure systems are robust, all underpinned by vital experience in industry.  KEY FEATURES OF THIS COURSE

  • FACILITIES: Use cutting-edge software development tools in our industry-standard labs. Our Cyber Security lab contains a set-up used for investigating digital crime alongside a range of software.
  • PLACEMENT YEAR: Take an optional industrial placement year which will stand you in good stead for securing a rewarding job on graduation.
  • EMPLOYABILITY: Security is a vital requirement of computer-based systems. As the number of security-related incidents continues to grow, so does the demand for expertise in cyber security.
  • FLEXIBILITY: Benefit from the option to transfer to another degree in our Computing portfolio after your first year.
  • NO EXAMS!: We’ll assess you via other methods through your degree.
HOW YOU WILL LEARN Instead of exams, a variety of assessment methods are used. Some modules are assessed through coursework only, others by a combination of: 
  • Coursework
  • Portfolios
  • Assignments
  • Case studies
  • Oral and graphic presentations
  • Collaborative and interdisciplinary teamwork projects
  • Computer-based testing
YOUR CAREER There is significant demand for skills in developing, maintaining and securing computer systems, as well as on the engineering side of security protocol development and research. This degree delivers comprehensive training and equips you with the personal attributes you need for a variety of careers within the cyber security field. STUDY OPTIONS This course is also available with a Foundation Year option.

How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

14Jan

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:
I190
Institution code:
D39
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

IELTS overall score at a minimum of 6.0; with at least IELTS 5.5 in each band (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) or another Secure English Language Test(SELT)at CEFR level B2 or above

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £16900* Year 1
International £16900* Year 1
England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

The quoted fee is an indicative fee based on last year’s fees, as the fees for the 2026 term not yet been confirmed.
Cyber Security at University of Derby - UCAS