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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Cyber Security (with placement)

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Cyber Security (with placement) course at University of Gloucestershire.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

B,C,C

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of Gloucestershire. These students are taking Cyber Security (with placement) or another course from the same subject area.

Computer and information security
SubjectGrade
Computer ScienceD
MathematicsD
PhysicsC
Business StudiesC
ChemistryE
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: I202

Here's what University of Gloucestershire says about its Cyber Security (with placement) course.

Why Cyber Security (with placement)? Study Cyber Security in Cheltenham at FuturePark, a £5.8 million computing hub where you’ll develop skills to defend against cybercrime.The BSc Cyber Security course is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), part of GCHQ, recognising its high-quality content and strong industry relevance. Your learning is hands-on, using industry-standard tools such as network analysis platforms, SIEM tools and Cisco hardware. You’ll take part in group work, individual projects and cyber events, supported by guest lectures from industry experts.

You’ll work on realistic cyber security scenarios, learning to monitor networks, investigate incidents, respond to threats in real time, and suggest effective mitigations. You’ll learn to identify system and network vulnerabilities, assess cyber threats, and defend against attacks using modern tools and techniques, preparing you for a career in cyber security.

Why a placement year? Your fourth year would be a placement year - an opportunity to get ahead of the competition with a professional placement in industry.

Why University of Gloucestershire? University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847.Alongside strong support, guest speakers, networking events, and industry partnerships will help prepare you for life after graduation, whether entering your chosen career or progressing to further study.

Our promises to you UoG Career Promise?– if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching* (*eligibility conditions apply). UoG Accommodation Promise?– we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at. UoG Connections Promise?– offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.

Career focused courses 95% of our graduates are in work or further study, with courses at UoG designed in collaboration with industry partners and shaped by the professional expertise of academic staff. Upon completion of the course, students are well prepared for a range of careers, including entrepreneurship, general management trainee roles, or founding their own business ventures, ready to make an impact in the business world.

Student life Home to 11,300 students and 900 staff across four campuses, University of Gloucestershire offers dynamic learning environments on the edge of the Cotswolds, the UK’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With over 45 festivals each year, global business placements nearby and more than 500 bars, clubs and pubs, Cheltenham is known as the ‘Festival Town’, while Gloucester?blends rich history with a modern city feel, from its iconic cathedral to its famous docks.

Visit us Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all of your questions.

To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on [email protected] or call 03330 14 14 14

Source: University of Gloucestershire

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

School of Business, Computing and Social Sciences

Location

Park Campus - Cheltenham | Cheltenham

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Sandwich

Subjects

• Computer and information security

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£17,950 per year
International£17,950 per year

University of Gloucestershire student reviews

(3.8)
Based on 66 reviews from University of Gloucestershire's students and alumni
5 star
33%
4 star
28%
3 star
26%
2 star
7%
1 star
5%
All reviews

Showing 57 reviews

3rd year student

2 years ago

I really like that the student union put on so many events, though this is mainly helped with clubs and societies. I like the Christian union who put on a whole week long event list of things, and there are also events related to my field of illustration which I can go to get inspiration. It can be ...

(3)
Student Union

3rd year student

2 years ago

I do feel like I have been unlucky with the people I share with because I find it harder to socialise with the party people who go out drinking and such because I am not like that. I like that everything is close together though in case I have had ended late at uni and need to head to do a food shop...

(3)
University life

3rd year student

2 years ago

It has been easy to budget because I do that myself already without any help. It can be annoying when people take advantage of uni students and their money though by charging more, i.e the cafeteria, landlords, etc. From living in halls to living in a shared house, I do think halls is better cost wi...

(3)
Finance

3rd year student

2 years ago

There is a helpzone open during weekdays that I found helpful when I was stuck for something. There has been a library staff member who helped me and others when writing a dissertation by giving advice, how to locate the resources available, and with searching for specific things using key words. My...

(4)
Support

3rd year student

2 years ago

The first two years I was in halls, though two different halls, and in a shared house for uni students in my final year. I found it is easier in halls despite certain difficulties because of the 24/7 security being available and it being near to campuses or on campuses. The first halls I was in was ...

(4)
Facilities

3rd year student

2 years ago

As I am in my final year, I have more individual work to do, though my supervisor has been really helpful with my final major project. It helps that my supervisor is also specialised in the field of childrenu2019s books as the advice I am getting is targeted to that which will help in the long run. ...

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Gloucestershire

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Gloucestershire students who took the Cyber Security (with placement) course - or another course in the same subject area.

Software engineering

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

63%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

68%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

63%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

53%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

58%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

58%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

58%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

74%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

53%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

63%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

74%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

47%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

89%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

53%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

84%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

68%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

56%

low

How well organised is your course?

63%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

83%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

47%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

95%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

37%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

89%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

68%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

31%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

82%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

67%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Gloucestershire. These students are taking Cyber Security (with placement) or another course from the same subject area.

Computer and information security
Mode of study
Full-time93%Part-time7%
Gender ratio
Female11%Male89%
Where students come from
International4%UK96%
Student performance
2:1 or above50%
Number of students145
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Cyber Security (with placement) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Gloucestershire graduates across each of those subject areas.

Computing
Software engineering

Graduate statistics

83%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

89%

In work, study or other activity

84%

Say it fits with future plans

60%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

47%

Information Technology Professionals

17%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

8%

Elementary occupations

4%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

Graduate statistics

85%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

95%

In work, study or other activity

95%

Say it fits with future plans

45%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

65%

Information Technology Professionals

15%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

10%

Skilled trades occupations

5%

Business and public service associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Gloucestershire graduates who took Cyber Security (with placement) - or another course in the same subject area.

Computing

Earnings

£28.3k

First year after graduation

£27.9k

Third year after graduation

£33k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Cyber Security (with placement).

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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