BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
Liverpool John Moores University
Duration
3 years
Intake
September
Degree
Bachelor
Program 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.
Key Information
University
Liverpool John Moores University
Campus
City
Total Credits
360 Credits
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
Duration
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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.
Scholarships
LJMU 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.
Deposit
All students must pay a £5,000 deposit before they can receive their CAS letter.
For more information view our deposit page.
Tuition Fee Payment Plan
After 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 discount
We 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
Course modules
What you will study on this degree
Further 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.
Year 1
Core modules
Introduction to Programming
20 credits
Computer Systems
20 credits
Professional Practice
10 credits
Data Modelling
10 credits
Introduction to Computer Forensics and Security
20 credits
Problem Solving for Computer Security
20 credits
Introduction to Web Development
20 credits
Year 2
Core modules
Group Project
20 credits
Database Systems
20 credits
Operating Systems
20 credits
System Penetration Testing
20 credits
Secure Software Development
20 credits
Information Security Management
20 credits
Optional modules
Sandwich Year - Computer Security
120 credits
Study Year Abroad - Computer Security
120 credits
Year 3
Core modules
Project
40 credits
Network Forensics
20 credits
Network Defence
20 credits
Ethical Hacking
20 credits
Applied Cryptography
20 credits
Entry Requirement
Academic
HSC GPA 4.0 Above Out Of 5.0
Language
IELTS - 6.0 Overall with 5.5 in each component.
PTE - 61 (Minimum of 59 in each component).
TOEFL - 78 Overall with R18, W17, L17, S20.
How To Apply
Prepare all required documents
including academic transcripts and certificates, Passport, NID, TB Test, and a recent photograph.
Apply to the University
Eligibility check and application to the University, and ready bank
CAS Interview
Fill in the CAS Shield and prepare for the Interview
Visa Application
Apply for a visa with a 28-day mature bank statement and pay the visa and IHS Fees
UKVI Interview
Prepare for the UKVI Interview and wait for the visa decision
Post-Departure Activities
Collect BRP, Complete Enrollment, Register with GP, Open Bank Account, Apply for National Insurance
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