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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G4CS
Computer Science (Cyber Security)
Heriot-Watt UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£25,808Per Year (Intl)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
81%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security) at Heriot-Watt University. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. The world relies on technology more than ever before. As a result, today the prevention of cyberattacks, data breaches and identity theft are a priority for individuals, businesses and governments alike. In order to target this growing requirement within industry, Heriot-Watt has designed a brand new programme for 2020, BSc Computer Science (Cyber Security). International tuition fees are £25,808 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Programming Fundamentals
Computer Networks and Communications
Digital Forensics and Investigation
Cryptography and Encryption
Secure Software Development
Systems Security and Access Control
Cybersecurity Threat Analysis
Network Intrusion Detection Systems
UCAS Code:G4CS
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC including **Mathematics at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: BBB including Mathematics and either Computer Science or Software Systems Development |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points with **Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 30 points with Mathematics and Computing at Higher Level 6. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 63 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£25,808
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£103,232
Home Student Fee
£1,820
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Heriot-Watt University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,000 | £33,000 | £36,000 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £30,500 | £39,000 |
| 5 years | £29,500 | £41,000 | £58,500 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 28% above UK average salary
This course
£41,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £10,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
45%Working
40%Studying
10%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
75%
Overall
Teaching on my course
81%Learning opportunities
80%Assessment and feedback
52%Academic support
91%Organisation and management
65%Learning resources
90%Student voice
65%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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