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On this degree you learn a broad base of computer science skills with a focus in your final year on cyber security. This is an excellent programme choice if you are looking for a career in information security management or cyber security risk within commercial or government organisations.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science - Cyber Security
Degree Duration
4 Years :
1 year pathway + 3 years degree
Pathways Available
International Foundation Year
Start Dates
January | September
Computer Science is an exciting and rapidly evolving subject that affects every area of our lives. A deep understanding of computing puts you in a great position to influence the future as well as opening up excellent employment prospects and well-paid careers. You learn the fundamentals of computer science with a focus in your final year on cyber security.
You learn to code in several languages, starting with the Java programming language, which is widely used in industry across a range of applications including mobile devices.
With cyber security as your focus, you take compulsory modules throughout your course and in your final year can choose from a range of optional modules. This degree opens career options in the commercial and public sector as well as research.
You can also gain experience in teaching with our Computing in the Classroom module. This gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a school setting.
You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the university over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, stationary and additional resources.
Kent is an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research, with staff who are world-leading experts
The award-winning Java teaching systems BlueJ and Greenfoot were developed at Kent.
The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.
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