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BSc Honours Computer Science (Cyber Security)

BSc (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site (Newcastle)

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Course summary

You study a broad curriculum in your first two years, developing knowledge in different aspects of computing science, and gaining skills in problem solving, program design and implementation. In your third year, you move onto specialist topics in security and resilience, with modules focusing on the design and development of dependable software systems.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site (Newcastle)

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
I195
Institution code:
N21
Campus name:
Main Site (Newcastle)
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
I195
Institution code:
N21
Campus name:
Main Site (Newcastle)
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB

(excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking). We are committed to encouraging the adoption of A level Computing. Students applying with an A level in Computing will receive favourable consideration. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

Minimum grade B or 6 in at least five GCSEs required, including Mathematics.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 45 credits M: 0 credits

A level 3 unit in mathematical studies essential. At least 45 level 3 credits at distinction in a science subject.

Scottish Higher - AAABB

at Higher Grade. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H1, H2, H2, H3

Including Ordinary Level Mathematics required at grade O2 if not offered at Higher Level.

English language requirements

English Language Requirements https://www.ncl.ac.uk/international/language/#overview

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 16 other computer science courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For Newcastle University, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
BCC Most common
  1. A*AA
  2. Highest grades
  3. CCC
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

90% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Student Outcomes

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87 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

99 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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