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Computer Science (Cyber Security), BSc (Hons), Keele University

the United Kingdom

Keele University

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About Computer Science (Cyber Security), BSc (Hons) - at Keele University

Traverse the complexities of the digital landscape while defending against cyber threats. Our Computer Science (Cyber Security) BSc combines a solid grounding in computing, mathematics, and programming with exploration and application of specialist topics including risk analysis. From acquiring sought after employability skills, to the option of spending time in industry, you will graduate with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to pursue a career across a variety of sectors. Course overview From ransomware attacks to internet fraud, cybercrime is a rapidly growing global issue, making this specialisation highly sought after in industry.

By following the Cyber Security pathway through the degree programme, you will learn how to identify the major types of cybercrime, implement counter-measures to protect against them and explore laws relating to the major forms of cybercrime and cyber security. You will also learn the cyber security competencies required to protect information systems from unauthorised access, harm or misuse and gain practical experience of the theoretical and practical fundamentals required in this field. Course structure Our research-focused programme provides a robust grounding in computational problem-solving, programming and fundamental mathematics to equip you with the skills needed for further study. In later years you will build upon these foundational topics, in current and emerging areas of Computer Science, including data science, artificial intelligence, graphics and game development, digital forensics, and software engineering.

Throughout the programme, you'll engage with real-world scenarios to enhance your learning. You can spend time in industry with a year-long or modular placement, develop professional, and employability skills and pursue a personal interest in computer science by proposing a project that showcases your knowledge and skills. You will also have the opportunity to personalise your degree, by choosing from a variety of optional modules. This gives you flexibility to explore new topics or deep dive into areas you are passionate about.

In your final year you will unleash your creativity and undertake a substantial piece of research, applying theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills to a cyber security-related technical, software, research or business-related problem. Your final year project is an excellent opportunity for you to draw together skills in experimental study design, critical interpretation of data, presentation and project management. Accredited by the British Computer Society - The Chartered Institute for IT Develop sought after technical skills including Python programming and databases Gain hands-on experience of the theoretical and practical fundamentals of cyber security Graduate with a named specialism on your degree to highlight your skills to employers Enhance your employability with professional skills and the option to spend time in industry For more details, please see the course page on the Keele website.

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