Cybersecurity is at the forefront of global challenges. With cyberattacks escalating in frequency and sophistication, the demand for skilled cyber professionals has never been higher. Our Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree equips you with the technical expertise and strategic mindset to defend against these threats. Study cyber security at University College Birmingham and begin your career in a high-growth industry where you will become a vital asset in protecting individuals, businesses and nations from evolving cyber threats around the world.
Our course will enable you to develop key cyber security skills such as analysing and diagnosing problems and causes, systematic problem-solving and the ability to organise and classify large amounts of information and risks. You will also explore technical subject areas such as computer systems, networking, programming, cyber security, infrastructure and system security, software and platform security, secure operations and incident management.
Studying our degree in cyber security will give you access to our state-of-the-art IT and computer facilities, including our dedicated cyber security laboratory where you can apply your training in a controlled environment. You’ll also have the chance to gain real-world experience on a paid placement, providing ideal preparation for a wide variety of jobs ranging from cyber security analyst to secure software developer, network security administrator and more.
February 2027
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, United Kingdom
September 2026
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, United Kingdom
A-levels: An A-level grade profile of DD. T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C. BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of PPP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications. Apprenticeship: Achieve an advanced apprenticeship (Level 3). Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Access to Higher Education Diploma: 48 UCAS Tariff points. Non-tariff: Non-UCAS Tariff-based Level 3 qualifications are also considered for entry. GCSEs: You should also have a minimum grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Level 2. IELTS Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. TOEFL IBT - Overall 72, Minimums: Reading 18; Listening 17; Speaking 20; Writing 17.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.