Skip to main content
UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: FDCY

Cyber Security Engineer (HTQ)

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
Visit University Website
2 yearsDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
71%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Buckinghamshire New University, the FdSc Cyber Security Engineer (HTQ) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Are you ready to take the first step towards an exciting career in cyber security? Whether you're a recent school leaver or considering a career change, this two-year Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) offers the perfect blend of theory and hands-on experience. Focused on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard, this course helps you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for. International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Network Security Fundamentals
Operating Systems and Administration
Cryptography and Encryption Protocols
Cyber Threat Analysis and Response
Web Application Security
Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Security Architecture and Risk Management
Professional Practice in Cyber Security
UCAS Code:FDCY
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points88

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£31,820

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

What are the tuition fees

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Buckinghamshire New University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£25,000£32,000
3 years£16,500£22,000£29,500
5 years£21,000£25,000£36,000

UK subject average: £24,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 10% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
5%Studying
13%Work & Study
9%Seeking Work
79%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
71%
Learning opportunities
67%
Assessment and feedback
73%
Academic support
88%
Organisation and management
54%
Learning resources
82%
Student voice
67%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
60%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

Scholarships

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

No matched scholarships

No university scholarships matched your course and profile right now. Try these national programmes:

Buckinghamshire New University

About Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University offers Cyber Security Engineer (HTQ) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

QS World
#96UK Ranking
18,490+Students
114+Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses