**Course summary** - Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start. - Learn about aspects of cyber security including penetration testing, systems and network vulnerability assessment and mitigation, ethical hacking, network intrusion detection analysis and prevention. - Develop your knowledge in web security, mobile device security and management of security policies. - Upon completing the foundation year, you progress to a degree that is accredited by the British Computer Society and accordingly includes a number of topics fundamental to all computing studies, including principles of security, computing, architecture and networking, databases and programming. **How you learn** All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. The course is suitable if you don’t meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Cyber Security course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other computing foundation year students, then move on to the degree. You will develop a range of skills through problem solving activities, practical implementations and teamwork, allowing you to take an active approach to learning and encouraging self-development. You learn through - lectures - seminars - practical tutorial sessions In the foundation year, you’ll build on your existing knowledge and experience — developing useful academic, computing and IT skills in preparation for undergraduate study. You’ll benefit from innovative course content that allows you to access and use cutting-edge technology. Throughout, you’ll reflect on your progress, and build valuable communication and interpersonal skills. **Applied learning** **Work placements** In your fourth year, you can take a one-year paid work placement. Work placements offer you valuable experience, and an enjoyable opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills. Organisations need experienced staff, and a placement will give you the experience you need to add to your CV to secure a desirable security-related position in a competitive job market. We help you to gain a placement and support you through the application process. During the placement, you will be mentored by a member of academic staff, who will visit you at your place of work. Previous students have worked at organisations including - Cisco - Citrix - 3Squared - Next - Servelec Group - Hewlett-Packard Ltd - IBM Ltd **Networking opportunities** You will have the opportunity to talk with a number of exciting companies, both those that specialise in the area of cyber security, and others that understand that keeping their system secure is vital to a thriving industry. In the past we have invited Citrix, Cisco, PwC, Sec-1 and other individual consultants in the cyber security industry to talk. **Future careers** Employers regularly visit us to recruit our graduates and contribute to our teaching. Companies that have recruited BSc (Honours) Cyber Security graduates include - Cisco - Citrix - 3Squared - Next - Servelec Group - Hewlett-Packard - IBM - Sec-1 - Info-Assure **Where will I study?** You study at City Campus through a structured mix of online lessons and face-to-face teaching with access to digital and online resources to support your learning. **Equipment and facilities On this course you work with** - specialist computing hardware, tools and applications - well-equipped security, forensics and network labs furnished with switches, routers, security appliances, virtualised desktops and servers, configurable wireless access points and direct ADSL internet links - Kali Linux, which can be used for penetration testing and vulnerability assessment against Windows server and client systems hardened against attacks

Year 1 Compulsory modules Computing Projects 120 Year 2 Compulsory modules Computer Systems And Architecture 20 Introduction To Computer And Information Security 20 Mathematics And Cryptography 20 Networking Fundamentals 20 Professionalism And Employability Skills 20 Programming Fundamentals 20 Year 3 Compulsory modules Database Administration And Security 20 Ethical Hacking 20 Network Intrusion Detection 20 Network Services And Administration 20 Project Based Learning 20 Secure Networking Technologies 20 Year 4 Optional modules Placement Year Final year Compulsory modules Advanced Penetration Testing 20 Enterprise Applications Management 20 Information Security Management 20 Mobile Security 20 Project (Network, Cyber And Forensics) 40 Elective Modules Data Storage 20 Mobile Security 20 Network Security 20

Coursework Exams Practical

BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT

26 January 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.

Course code: A093

Institution code: S21

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

We may also accept you, if you have limited qualifications but can show evidence of ability and a genuine commitment to studying the subject. Some applicants may be invited to attend an informal interview with the course leader to ensure that the programme is suitable for themselves and their aspirations. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-cyber-security-with-foundation-year/full-time/2021

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent.

Student satisfaction : 79%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/2023 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting this course in 2021/22 are £9,250 per year. Our tuition fees for International/EU students are also yet to be confirmed, however you can see the course page on the Sheffield Hallam Website for more information.

City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB