BSc (Hons) Computer Security in Pontypridd United Kingdom | University of South Wales

University of South Wales | Pontypridd United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 14,400
(c. USD19,192.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Ensuring the safety of computer systems is crucial, as organizations and governments store increasing amounts of our personal data. With security breaches growing more advanced, stopping unauthorized access plays a critical societal role. The BSc (Hons) Computer Security program focuses on hands-on learning to equip you for a cybersecurity career. You'll master system design principles and protection methods against various threats. The curriculum also includes efficient system administration and thorough IT security assessments. Additionally, you can pursue CompTIA Security+ certification - validating your advanced technical abilities in cybersecurity.

USW's Computer Security program trains you for roles safeguarding organizational data systems, where you might design, organize, and execute security measures. Your duties could involve training staff on security protocols, deploying protective software, detecting network vulnerabilities, countering digital threats, and sometimes collecting digital evidence for legal cases. Cybersecurity professionals' roles have expanded significantly due to the rising frequency of attacks targeting sensitive information and network infrastructure.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Typical A-Level Offer
BCC - CDD (this is equivalent to 104-80 UCAS tariff points).

Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C/D in the Skills Challenge Certificate and BC - CD at A Level (this is equivalent to 104-80 UCAS tariff points).

Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Merit Merit - Merit Merit Pass (this is equivalent to 112-80 UCAS tariff points).

Typical Access to HE Offer
Pass the Access to HE Diploma and obtain a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points

Additional Requirements
GCSEs The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.

IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).

Tuition GBP 14,400

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