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Cyber Security Degrees

Our Cyber courses are award-winning with many courses accredited by BCS. Three of our courses are certified by the NCSC, a part of GCHQ. We are also delighted to have been recognised by the NCSC as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education – Gold award.

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Throughout your studies, you will cover cutting-edge topics such as Ethical Hacking, Mobile Forensics, The Internet of Things and Big Data. Each unique course will equip you with the knowledge to succeed in a variety of exciting and important careers.


Why study Cyber Security?

Expert Teaching

Our lecturers design and inform our course content, ensuring you benefit from the latest knowledge and developments.

Hands on Learning

Undertake cv-boosting work placements in industry and gain invaluable cyber skills.

Accredited Courses

Many of our courses are accredited by industry regulators and bodies.

National Cyber Security Academy

The academy plugs the skills gap in the industry by training to spearhead the fight against cyber crime.

Why USW?

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  • The only university in Wales to be named as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education

  • USW has been ranked joint first in Wales for impact out of five universities for our Computer Science and Informatics research

Why USW?

92%

Of USW BSc (Hons) Applied Cyber Security students were satisfied with their course.

(National Student Survey 2024)
  • The only university in Wales to be named as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education

  • USW has been ranked joint first in Wales for impact out of five universities for our Computer Science and Informatics research


Cyber Security Courses

Applied Cyber Security - BSc (Hons)

The dynamic world of cyber security needs graduates who are ready for action. That’s why you will use cutting-edge tech in labs that mimic the real world on our Applied Cyber Security degree. Solve live problems alongside industry experts, and equip yourself for a range of cyber security roles.


Applied Cyber Security - MSc

The MSc Applied Cyber Security course will equip you with the latest knowledge and understanding of the cyber threats associated with the use of technology in business and how to deal with them. You will cover both the technical and management/governance areas required to operate in the cyber security profession, allowing you to enhance your existing skills and develop a range of key transferrable skills valued by employers in both the public and private sectors.


Applied Cyber Security including Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

With increasing disruption to our critical systems and personal data, we need highly skilled cyber security graduates now more than ever.


Cyber Security, Risk and Resilience - MSc

Through a range of learning experiences, you will gain the knowledge of how to identify and treat risk and create resilience Information Security plans and policies that will support the management and operations of the organisation.


Digital Forensics - BSc (Hons)

Learn the skills and knowledge needed to work in Digital Forensic Units (DFUs) and Incident Response teams on this state-of -the-art course, gaining specialist skills and knowledge as you develop the practical and professional skills desired by employers in digital forensics, law enforcement and the wider corporate and cyber security sectors.


Digital Forensics - MSc

This MSc in Digital Forensics will prepare you for a career within law enforcement, government, and the corporate at a time when cyber crime and attacks continue to advance at quick speeds.


Digital Forensics including Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Learn the skills and knowledge needed to work in Digital Forensic Units (DFUs) and Incident Response teams on this state-of -the-art course, gaining specialist skills and knowledge as you develop the practical and professional skills desired by employers in digital forensics, law enforcement and the wider corporate and cyber security sectors.


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