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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: I790
Computer Science (Cyber Security Technologist)
University of StaffordshireBurton upon Trent, England
2 yearsDuration
£17,085Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
75%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the FdSc Computer Science (Cyber Security Technologist) at University of Staffordshire. Based in Burton upon Trent, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. In partnership with Burton and South Derbyshire College, we're offering you the chance to pursue a FdSc (Foundation Degree) level qualification in Computer Science, specialising as Cyber Security Technologist. The FdSc Computer Science course will provide students with a computing education in specialist modules that are linked to potential career choice eg within network and cyber security based technologies. The course will allow you to fulfil your potential by providing a Computer Science education that can be extended to full degree level studying at Staffordshire University's Stoke cam... International tuition fees are £17,085 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 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 80% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Programming Fundamentals
Computer Networks and Architecture
Cyber Security Principles
Database Management Systems
Network Security and Defence
Operating Systems Concepts
Cryptography and Data Protection
Professional Practice and Project Work
UCAS Code:I790
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 80 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,085
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£34,170
Home Student Fee
£9,535
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Staffordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £25,000 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £30,500 | £41,000 |
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▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 24% above UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 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
78%Working
2%Studying
5%Work & Study
9%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes 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.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
72%
Overall
Teaching on my course
75%Learning opportunities
71%Assessment and feedback
85%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
58%Learning resources
85%Student voice
44%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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