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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: FDCS

Cyber Security and Networking

University Centre Weston
Weston-super-Mare, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,900Per Year (Intl)
£9,250Home Fee
80%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The FdSc Cyber Security and Networking at University Centre Weston is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Weston-super-Mare, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The FdSc Cyber Security and Networking has been developed in partnership with employers, reflecting local and national demand for Cyber Security professionals. This programme has been mapped to the IfA HTQ ST1021 standard (Cyber Security Technologist). Cyber Security Technologists all require an understanding of security concepts and technology and how to mitigate risks arising from threats. International tuition fees are £13,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 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 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Network Fundamentals and Protocols
Cyber Security Principles and Threats
Operating Systems and System Administration
Cryptography and Data Protection
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
Incident Response and Threat Analysis
Security Compliance and Governance
Cyber Security Project and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:FDCS
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points60

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,900

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£27,800

Home Student Fee

£9,250

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre Weston

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£15,500£20,000£26,500
5 years£20,500£25,000£31,000

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 18% below UK average salary
This course
£20,000
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 £5,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-08 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

65%Working
10%Work & Study
20%Seeking Work
65%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

Subject area average

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

Teaching on my course
80%
Learning opportunities
73%
Assessment and feedback
87%
Academic support
59%
Organisation and management
59%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
82%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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