Cyber Security
University of the West of ScotlandCourse Overview
Offered by University of the West of Scotland, the BEng (Hon) Cyber Security provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Dumfries, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. OVERVIEW As the country’s security and prosperity rests on digital foundations it has never been more important to be protected from those who seek to exploit weaknesses and launch attacks. Learn to protect and secure modern data infrastructure with the BEng (Hons) Cyber Security degree at UWS. You will develop industry relevant knowledge and skills based around the ethical hacking framework, underpinned by a thorough understanding of both networking (CCNA) and programming theory. International tuition fees are £18,900 per year, home/UK fees are £1,590 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCD including Maths, Computing or Physics For Year 2 entry, BBC including Computing or evidence of programming |
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points including Maths, Computing or Physics For Year 2 entry, 28 points including Computing or evidence of programming |
🗣️ 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
£18,900
per year
Home Student Fee
£1,590
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the West of Scotland
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £25,500 | £34,500 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,000 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £20,000 | £26,500 | £35,000 |
UK subject average: £29,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Student Satisfaction
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About University of the West of Scotland
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