The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security (with year in industry) at Southampton Solent University is your pathway to becoming a protector of digital assets in an increasingly complex online world. You will gain essential cyber security skills, focusing on network security, ethical hacking, and threat intelligence, addressing the critical shortage of skilled professionals in this vital field. This undergraduate degree, accredited by BCS, provides a comprehensive education in cyber security essentials, network applications, and programming, preparing you to analyse and mitigate sophisticated cyber threats. This full-time, four-year programme is studied on campus, offering a robust foundation for your career.
You will explore topics such as problem-solving through programming, network implementation, and cyber operations, alongside practical skills in ethical hacking and pen testing. This four-year degree, studied full-time on campus, includes a dedicated placement year, allowing you to gain invaluable industry experience and build professional connections. You will work alongside experts and undertake a significant dissertation or industrial consulting project in your final year. Upon graduation, you will be equipped with the in-demand skills and practical expertise to pursue diverse career paths in cyber security, network administration, and digital forensics.