Course Summary

The cyber security landscape is constantly evolving and organisations are finding it increasingly difficult to defend themselves from these constantly changing and persistent threats. It is critical that both business and government agencies protect their systems and data from potential risks arising from these threats. Because of this, there is a demand for qualified cyber security professionals. Our Cyber Security and Networks degree course is an opportunity for you to develop knowledge and skills necessary to address these challenges and meet the demand. The course aims to give you a fundamental understanding of how to protect organisations, networks, IT systems and individuals against cyber attacks and potential risks. You will be thought by staff are actively engaged in cyber security research and possess substantial experience of the application of security-related technologies in industry.

Course Details - Modules

YEAR ONE Information Systems Modelling and Design (Core) Introduction to Software Development (Core) Computer Architecture and Network Infrastructure (Core) Introduction to Web Technologies (Core) Maths for Computing (Core) YEAR TWO Cyber Security (Core) Operating Systems (Core) Computing in Practice (Core) Advanced Programming (Core) Data Analysis and Data Mining (Core) Network Engineering 1 (Core) YEAR 3 Project (Core) Security Controls and Processes (Core) Network Engineering 2 (Core) Business Continuity (Core)

Course Details – Assessment Method

You will be assessed in a number of different ways including individual or group coursework or presentation, and exam. You might be asked to write a report, to give a presentation or a demonstration of a piece of software or, in some cases, complete a practical task under examination conditions involving aspects of information system development, software development, network, cyber system analysis, threat and risks analysis, and research findings.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

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.

Application Codes

Course code: I100

Institution code: E28

Campus Name: Docklands Campus

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

including a level 3 pass in either computing or an analytical or numerical subject.

including a level 3 pass in either computing or an analytical or numerical subject.

112 UCAS Points in either computing or an analytical or numerical subject.

in either computing or an analytical or numerical subject.

For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or email study@uel.ac.uk

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

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Fees and funding

EU 13500.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
International 13500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Newham
E16 2RD

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