Cyber Security Management (with Foundation Year option)

Are you interested in understanding and contributing to addressing the evolving security threats posed by cybercriminals, malware, and large-scale cyber-attacks? The rate and prevalence of such threats mean cybersecurity professionals are in high demand.

Why study BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Management at BU?

• Explore the evolving threat landscape and gain applied skills in building and managing secure systems

• Learn the fundamental concepts of psychology, business, law, and management that relate to cyber security in technology

• Become a strategic thinker and be a step ahead of the hackers – understanding the threats and implementing the solutions to combat them

• Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one

• You’ll be qualified to work in the security and/or forensic industry in roles such as police forensics investigator, forensics consultant, security advisor, information security analyst or cyber security analyst.

• You’ll be career-ready with 100% of our graduates in employment after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023).

Foundation Year: We have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the technical skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree.

Course accreditation

BU is a member of the Cisco Network Academy program; this allows us to offer students the chance to study for internationally recognised industry certifications in computer networking and related areas. The CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate course forms the basis for Cisco’s certification program. It is desirable to employer’s and can act as base for more advanced professional certifications.

Following the October 2024 visit from the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, we are pleased to announce that we have been awarded initial accreditation to this course, pending full accreditation.