BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

The BSc in Cyber Security program at Staffordshire University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in the rapidly evolving field of cyber security. This threeyear fulltime degree focuses on technical aspects, including penetration testing, digital forensics, and encryption, alongside risk management and related legal and ethical issues. Through this course, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the threats facing modern computer networks and how to counter them.Course Content: This course combines a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles with practical skills development in order to effectively protect and secure data and information from cyber threats. Students will learn to design, produce, and evaluate security systems and procedures, as well as understand ethical and legal issues related to cybersecurity.The course features lectures, seminars, and practical work in computer labs, with assessments involving theoretical assignments, group work, and practical projects. Students have the opportunity to work on realworld cybersecurity problems and will gain experience in commercial software and other industrystandard tools.Key Modules: Key modules of this course include: Cyber Threats and Countermeasures: a study of various cyber threats and the technical and managerial solutions to combat them. Digital Forensics: a practical exploration of techniques for investigating and analyzing digital evidence. Networks and Systems Security: an indepth understanding of how to design and manage secure networks and systems. Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: addressing the practical skills needed for ethical hacking and how to defend against it. Legal, Ethical, and Professional Practice: examining the key legislation, ethics, and professional issues in cybersecurity.Accreditations: The Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) and fulfills the educational requirement for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) registration.Future Careers: After earning a BSc in Cyber Security, graduates are wellequipped for roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Cyber Security Consultant, Information Security Analyst, and more. Graduates can find employment in various sectors, including IT companies, consulting agencies, security service providers, and other businesses that require IT security. Whether helping to protect a small startup or a multinational corporation, this course provides the necessary skills and knowledge to confront cyber challenges. It also lays a strong foundation for those students interested in further academic exploration and research in cybersecurity.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.