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Computer Science with Cyber Security with a year Abroad

  • BSc (Hons)
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  • Full-time
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Cybersecurity is an area of computing that specialises in protecting data, networks and systems from digital attacks.

Today’s increasing reliance on technology in an interconnected world calls us to a greater protection of data and information systems. Many businesses, organisations and government agencies view the protection of online services as vital for their economic, educational and social growth. This feeds into a greater emphasis on the role of cybersecurity in society.

This course builds on strong computing foundations to provide expertise on how to prevent, protect and manage cyber-attacks, including AI attacks. You will learn how to build secure software, carry out penetration testing and apply cryptographic techniques to secure information.

Relying on a blend of theory and practical applications, this course will provide you with opportunities to keep up with new developments in cyber threats and defence mechanisms, consider the ethics and impact of decision-making processes related to security, and develop relevant skills for a successful career within the area of cybersecurity.

Modules

For more information on this course and a full list of modules visit the course information page on our website

Assessment method

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Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 to 4 years

Start dates

  • 21 September 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:
GG47
Institution code:
L34
Campus name:
Main Site
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:
GG47
Institution code:
L34
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

A level
ABB

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

BTEC must be in IT, Science or Engineering. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding eligibility of other BTEC subjects.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass relevant Diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction.

Scottish Higher
AABBB

AS

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with other qualifications.

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

Accepted in combination with A-Level grade B. Some relevant subjects in IT, Maths, Science or Engineering should be studied within qualification profile. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding other combinations.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D*

Accepted in combination with A-Level grades BB. Please contact study@le.ac.uk regarding other qualification combinations.

Scottish Advanced Higher
ABB

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30 points

Minimum of 5 in SL Maths or 4 in HL Maths required if grade 5/B not held at GCSE.

Applications & Interpretation and Analysis & Approaches both accepted.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Considered with other qualifications.

Extended Project

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with other qualifications.

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

Must include Maths OR Ordinary Level 4 in Maths.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE Maths Grade 5/B required.

T Level
D

In Digital Production, Design and Development (with an Occupational Specialism in Software development technician) or Digital Business Services

When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the programme of study and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including previous examination results.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

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.

The University of Leicester is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to support students who may be impacted by the area they live in, their personal circumstances or who have completed one of our progression programmes. These offers are usually one or two grades lower than the standard entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must apply for an eligible course and meet specific criteria.

Learn more on the University of Leicester website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

This information will be updated as soon as the tuition fees for the academic year 2026/7 have been confirmed.

For further information about fees and funding please see the following page of the University website: https://le.ac.uk/student-life/undergraduates/fees-funding

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