Cyber Security | Coventry University

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Course summary

You can choose to study this course in London or Scarborough.

As the number of mobile users, digital applications, and data networks increase, so does the number of potential risks and threats, resulting in the need for talented professionals to secure and protect systems and data.

Our Cyber Security BSc (Hons) course is designed to produce high quality graduates who can contribute effectively in one of the highest growing sectors in the UK. The course offers real-life tools and challenges, giving you the opportunity to become an independent learner through practical projects and advanced teaching methods.

We offer a style of education which is flexible and designed to fit around your life, allowing you to benefit from a modern, forward-thinking higher education institution, reinforced by the quality and reputation of Coventry University.

We are dedicated to making higher education accessible and enjoyable to everyone.
Our courses cover one module at a time, allowing you to feel confident with each topic before moving on to the next.
We aim to provide career-focused courses, wherever possible, coupled with placement opportunities to help prepare you for the world of work.
We offer multiple start dates each year, meaning we're ready to start preparing you for your future, when you are.

If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 1, you will be eligible for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing Science. If you choose to leave the degree course after successfully passing Year 2, you will be eligible for a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Cyber Security.

For the most up-to-date information about course modules, sandwich years or part-time learning, please visit our website.

https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cul/course-structure/hnc-hnd-degree/cyber-security/?term=2026-27

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: I107
Institution code:: C85

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Open days

CU London (Dagenham) - Open Event
4 Mar 2026, 16:00
London
CU Scarborough - Open Event
11 Mar 2026, 16:00
Scarborough
CU Coventry - Open Event
18 Mar 2026, 16:00
Coventry
Coventry University - Undergraduate Open Day
25 Apr 2026, 08:30
Coventry
Coventry University London - Undergraduate Open Event
29 Apr 2026, 14:00
London
Coventry University London - Postgraduate Open Event
29 Apr 2026, 17:00
London
Coventry University - Undergraduate Open Day
27 Jun 2026, 08:30
Coventry

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95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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