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Cyber Security at University of Worcester - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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University of Worcester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

25Oct
University of Worcester - Open Day
Undergraduate
29Nov
University of Worcester - Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

You’ll develop essential skills in cyber and computer forensics to detect, defend and counteract security threats. You’ll develop knowledge and practical skills that support the protection of systems, networks and data on a variety of levels (such as individual, business, critical national infrastructure) – all supported by a sound understanding of computing principles. You'll explore planning methods and tools, learn cybersecurity policies and law, investigate strategies of defence and offence and gain an appreciation for human behaviours and needs. The course:

  • Is designed in consultation with employers, aligned with industry standards and taught by experienced computing professionals
  • Gives you the option of a paid placement year to enhance your employability
  • Includes live work-based projects, allowing you to earn as you learn and gain experience
  • Has the option to gain additional professional qualifications and certification during your degree to build your CV.
Optional year in industry A year in industry option is available, allowing a more intensive employment experience. This extends the length of your course to 4 years and is completed between years 2 and 3. We will support you with finding a placement that meets your career aspirations. We will also help to prepare you for this year by working with you on CV writing and interview skills. You'll be entitled to the addition of 'with Placement Year' to your degree title. Why the University of Worcester? The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation. At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.
  • University of the Year finalist in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025.
  • First in the UK for sustained employment, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025.
  • First in the UK for quality education – Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025.
Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

Modules

For a breakdown of the modules you'll study each year visit our course page. You can do this by scrolling to the bottom of this page and selecting 'Visit our course page'.

Assessment method

For detailed information about assessment, feedback, teaching and contact time visit our course page. You can do this by scrolling to the bottom of this page and selecting 'Visit our course page'.

How to apply

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:
I900
Institution code:
W80
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

The University of Worcester accepts all qualifications within the Tariff, and normally looks for the equivalent of 3 A levels. More information can be found at http://www.worcester.ac.uk/journey/entry-requirements.html

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

Please visit the fees and finance pages of the University of Worcester website for tuition fee information: https://www.worcester.ac.uk/study/fees-and-finance/
Cyber Security at University of Worcester - UCAS