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Cyber Security
- MEng (Hon)
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- Full-time
- 07/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Lanarkshire Campus
Course summary
OVERVIEW
As the country’s security and prosperity rests on digital foundations it has never been more important to be protected from those who seek to exploit weaknesses and launch attacks. Learn to protect and secure modern data infrastructure with the BEng (Hons) Cyber Security degree at UWS.You will develop industry relevant knowledge and skills based around the ethical hacking framework, underpinned by a thorough understanding of both networking (CCNA) and programming theory.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• This programme has been devised to meet a growing need, as identified by the Scottish and UK Governments, for individuals who possess a skillset to meet the challenges posed by the constantly evolving computer systems.
• The integration of academia and industry in the delivery of the programme ensures the currency of this innovative industry focussed programme.
• You will study a wide range of topics, including:
• operating and computer systems security
• wireless networks and their security
• intrusion detection and prevention
• network security auditing and monitoring
PROGRAMME DETAILS
This programme has strong industry links, including a programme of guest speakers, company visits and networking events with employers. Work placement opportunities available through the University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences allow students to put theory into practice in real-world business environments.
CAREERS
Graduates of the degree will be looking to progress towards roles such as Chief Security Engineer (CSE) or Chief Security Officer (CSO), in sectors such as healthcare, banking and finance and various security related public sector organisations.
Modules
Year 1
In Year 1, you will study the following modules: Introduction to Web Development, CCNA1: Introduction to Networks, Introduction to Programming, Computing Systems, Professional Development in Computing, Security Fundamentals and Mathematics for Computing.
Year 2
In Year 2, you will study core modules covering Database Development, Operating Systems, Ethical Hacking: Tools & Techniques, and Linux: Tools and Administration and then take optional modules depending on previous studies and background. These optional modules may include Programming for Cyber Security and further CCNA module.
Year 3
In Year 3, you will study core modules including: Research Methods in Computing, Professional Computing Practice, Cryptography, Digital Forensic Analysis, Systems Programming Concepts. You will then undertake optional modules, again depending upon your previous studies and background. These may include: Python for Network Engineers, Unix System Administration., Information Security Management.
Year 4
Year 4 is the BEng (Hons) year and you will study the following core modules: Secure Programming, Advanced Digital Forensic Analysis, Governance, Risk & Compliance, Group Research Project. You will then undertake optional modules, again depending upon your previous studies and background. This will be from: Network Security or Machine Learning for Data Analytics.
Year 5
The MEng (Hons) is Year 5 and is dominated with your Master's research project where you will undertake a detailed research project on a topic of particular interest to yourself and your career focus. You will also undertake the following core modules: Mobile Forensics and Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering. You will complete your studies by taking two optional modules from a list including: Advanced Network Security, Applied Cryptography, Incident Response, Cyber Security: Law and Ethics, Network Penetration Testing, and Threat Intelligence.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- I201
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Lanarkshire Campus
- Campus Code:
- I
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY APPROVAL SCHEME (ATAS) CERTIFICATE:
International applicants are advised that they will not need to obtain an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate before they can be considered for an unconditional offer of study on this undergraduate course.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 114 points
including Maths and Physics
A level - BBC
Including Maths and Physics, plus GCSE English.
Scottish Higher - ABBB
Including Maths or Physics, plus National 5 English at B
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
including Maths and Physics, plus English at Standard Level
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H3
Including Maths or Physics, plus English at Ordinary Level
T Level - M
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A level - BBC
Including Maths or Physics plus GCSE English.
Scottish Higher - ABBB
Including Maths/Applications of Maths and Physics plus Nat5 English at B or above
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H3
Including Maths or Physics, plus English at Ordinary Level
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS.
All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of:
// Native speakers of English
// Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise)
// non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification)
The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our Minimum Entry Requirements are applicable to those applicants who have not had an equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic ability at school or college and are known as ‘widening access’ applicants. We also sometimes refer to this type of applicant as receiving a ‘contextual’ offer. For more information, please visit our website using the link below.
Learn more on the University of the West of Scotland website
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £18000* | Year 1 |
| International | £18000* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
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In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
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