Liverpool John Moores University's BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with Foundation Year provides students with a strong start in IT fundamentals before advancing to cyber defense, cryptography, and ethical hacking. The foundation year supports skill-building in computing and mathematics, ensuring smooth progression into advanced cybersecurity topics. Graduates emerge ready to protect digital systems, detect threats, and secure organizations globally.
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Overview
This Cyber Security program with Foundation Year at LJMU offers practical experience in network security, digital forensics, and data protection. Students learn to identify and mitigate cyber threats through simulations and real-world projects. The course builds confidence for beginners and provides a pathway into top cybersecurity careers across industries.
| Degree: | Bachelor |
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| University: | Liverpool John Moores University |
| Campus: | City |
| Intakes: | September |
| Total Credits: | 360 Credits |
| Application Fee: | N/A |
| URL: | https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduates/2026/46889-cyber-security-bsc-hons-sw-fnd |
Program Detail
| Duration: | 3 years |
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| Tuition Fee: | 18,250 GBP / Year |
| Format: | Full-time |
| Attendance: | On Campus Learning |
| Study Gap: | 3 years |
| Fees & Funding | International Scholarships and payment plans
Liverpool John Moores University is committed to supporting international students by providing a range of scholarships and flexible payment plans to help students manage their tuition fees. ScholarshipsLJMU provides a variety of undergraduate scholarships to support international students. Scholarships are available to self-funded students who have accepted their offer and met all the conditions outlined in their offer letter. Students must also demonstrate that they can cover living costs, travel, and other expenses associated to studying at the university. All self-funded international students are eligible for an automatic scholarship worth up to £4,000. For more details and to view our full list of scholarships, visit the international scholarship webpages. DepositAll students must pay a £5,000 deposit before they can receive their CAS letter. For more information view our deposit page. Tuition Fee Payment PlanAfter paying their £5,000 deposit, students have the option to pay their fees in full or in three equal instalments minus any internal scholarships and discounts. There are two payment options available for international students. You can either pay your tuition fees in full before enrolment or opt for a payment plan. With the payment plan, you can pay your fees in three instalments after making your £5,000 deposit. The first instalment is due before enrolment. All payments should be made through Flywire. Full details can be found in the How to Pay Guide. Early Bird Tuition Fee discountWe are excited to introduce a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students. Eligible self-funded students who pay their fees by the required deadlines will get a discount which will be automatically deducted from the 1st year of tuition fees. To see the required deadlines please visit the webpage |
| Course Structure/ What You’ll Learn: | Course modulesWhat you will study on this degreeFurther guidance on modules Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers. Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate. Introduction to Programming Computer Systems Professional Practice Data Modelling Introduction to Computer Forensics and Security Problem Solving for Computer Security Introduction to Web Development Group Project Database Systems Operating Systems System Penetration Testing Secure Software Development Information Security Management Optional modulesSandwich Year - Computer Security Study Year Abroad - Computer Security Project Network Forensics Network Defence Ethical Hacking Applied Cryptography |
Entry Requirement
| Academic: | HSC GPA 4.0 Above Out Of 5.0 |
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Key Information
| Loan Availability: | No |
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How To Apply
1
Prepare all required documents
2
Apply to the University
3
CAS Interview
4
Visa Application
5
UKVI Interview
6
Post-Departure Activities
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