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.
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.
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 Title
Credits
Introductory Mathematics for Digital Science
15
Fundamentals of Digital Systems
15
Introductory Programming for Digital Science
15
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
15
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
15
Internet Applications and Databases
15
Power Skills
15
Interdisciplinary Design Project
15
Total
120
Year 2 modules
In your second year you will study the following core modules:
Module Title
Credits
Applied Cryptography
15
Human Factors in Security
15
Secure Networks and Operating Systems
15
Security Operations
15
Software Engineering
15
Data Structures, Algorithms and Object-Oriented Programming
15
Team Project
15
Ethics, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainability
15
Total
120
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.