BSc(Hons) Cyber Security

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security | Full-time, 3 years, 315 credits
Computer Science & IT

The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at Aston University UK provides a comprehensive academic foundation combined with industry-relevant insights. Designed for international students, this course prepares you with practical knowledge, professional skills, and a global perspective to excel in your chosen field. Aston University's innovative approach ensures real-world exposure and career-readiness in today's competitive job market.

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security program at Aston University UK offers a balanced mix of theory, practice, and research. Through expert-led teaching and state-of-the-art facilities, students gain specialized expertise to meet global career demands. This course emphasizes employability, innovation, and critical thinking, making it ideal for international students aiming for success in the UK and beyond.

Degree:Bachelor
University:Aston University
Campus:Birmingham
Intakes:September
Total Credits:360
Application Fee:None
URL:https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/cybersecurity-bsc
Program Detail
Duration:3 years
Tuition Fee:21,500 Pound Per Year
Format:Full-time
Attendance:On Campus Learning
Study Gap:5 years
Fees & Funding

International students
(2025/26)

Annual tuition fees:£21,500
During placement year:£2,500

How you can fund your studies:

  • Student loan
  • Receiving bursaries and scholarships from Aston
  • Parental contributions
  • Working part-time

Loans

There are two types of student loan to help you cover the costs of university. You pay these loans back after you finish your course, when you’re earning over £25,000 per year.

Tuition fee loan: available to undergraduate students from the UK, tuition fee loans are paid directly to your university or college by the Government. You can expect to be paid any amount up to the maximum, which equals the cost of fees per year.

Maintenance loan: available to full-time undergraduate students from the UK, maintenance loans help pay for living costs such as food, travel, rent, course materials and accommodation. The amount you are awarded is dependent on household income. The maximum loan you can receive is £8,200 per year.

Course Structure/ What You’ll Learn:

Year 1 modules

In your first year you will study the following core modules:

Module TitleCredits
Introductory Mathematics for Digital Science15
Fundamentals of Digital Systems15
Introductory Programming for Digital Science15
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science    15
Cybersecurity Fundamentals15
Internet Applications and Databases15
Power Skills15
Interdisciplinary Design Project15
Total120

Year 2 modules

In your second year you will study the following core modules:

Module TitleCredits
Applied Cryptography15
Human Factors in Security15
Secure Networks and Operating Systems15
Security Operations15
Software Engineering15
Data Structures, Algorithms and Object-Oriented Programming 15
Team Project15
Ethics, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainability 15
Total120

Placement year modules

You will spend your third year on placement. You will be fully supported throughout the process by our award-winning Careers and Placements team.

Placement Year

Module TitleCredits
EPS Placement Year
 
120

Final year modules

In your final year, you will study the following core modules:

Module TitleCredits
Individual Project 45
Risk Management and Security Governance15
Software Security15
Total75
Entry Requirement
Academic:HSC/Equivalent 75% and above
Language:
  • IELTS - 6/ 5.5
  • OIETC - 6/5
  • PTE - 64/ 59
Key Information
Loan Availability:Yes

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How To Apply

1

Post Departure Activities

2

Prepare all necessary documents

3

Apply to the University

4

Receive and accept offer

5

Pay Tuition Deposit & Pre-CAS Interview

6

Receive CAS letter

7

Apply for Visa

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UKVI Interview

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