BSc Cyber Security
About this course
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security is an undergraduate degree centred on software engineering principles and digital defence methodologies. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme holds certification from the National Cyber Security Centre. The course begins with a foundation year for eligible students, followed by year one modules such as Technology Projects, Software Development, Software Applications, and Mathematics and Algorithms. The second year progresses into specialized areas through Networks and Operating Systems, Digital Forensics, Security Testing, and Security Operations. The final year involves advanced study via Secure Cloud Systems, Professional Practice in Technology, AI and Secure Software Development, and concludes with a Capstone Project.
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Entry requirements
Entry tariff: 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent). Foundation Year: 64–80 UCAS points (or equivalent).
What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 65%
- Left higher education: 25%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 35%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 87%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- Other qualifications: 4%
- No formal qualifications: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)
- English for Academic Practice (international students)
- Data Analysis and Research Skills
- Foundations of Computer Science
- Problem Solving with Computing Thinking
- Technology Projects
- Software Development
- Software Applications
- Mathematics and Algorithms
- Networks and Operating Systems
- Digital Forensics
- Security Testing
- Security Operations
- Secure Cloud Systems
- Professional Practice in Technology
- AI and Secure Software Development
- Capstone Project
Questions about this course
What do graduates of BSc Cyber Security at University of Roehampton do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Cyber Security at University of Roehampton?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Cyber Security at University of Roehampton?
The average entrant had 90 UCAS points.
Does BSc Cyber Security at University of Roehampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Cyber Security at University of Roehampton?
65% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.