Cyber Security BSc (Hons)

UCAS code I751

Duration

3 Years

4 Years

4 Years

Location

Stoke-on-Trent campus

Stoke-on-Trent campus

Stoke-on-Trent campus

Most businesses rely on cyber security to protect their critical systems and stay one step ahead of criminals. Viruses, malicious attacks and hacking can cripple company software and place confidential data at risk.

Complete our BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree and your specialist skills will be in huge demand as employers grapple with these challenges. You’ll also gain practical experience through our amazing industry links and placement opportunities.

Through a partnership with Staffordshire Police’s High Tech Crime Unit, you can even get involved in a forensic internship in your final year. We have also recently just become the first UK educational partner with Offensive Security. This will give you access to industry-standard training and resources to support your learning. 

The course has a strong focus on hands-on practice. We have a Cyber Lab with its own private, isolated network so you can test out scenarios and complete challenges. You’ll get to ‘break into’ this network to learn all about ethical hacking – the expert role that helps companies identify vulnerabilities within their infrastructure.

The course also covers the essentials of networking, programming, software development, data analytics and machine learning. You’ll look at regulations and ethics, as well as the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security.

Alongside your degree, there’s the chance to gain certification with EnCase, Microsystemation XRY and Cellebrite UFED. You can also become a certified ethical hacker through EC-Council.

The version of EnCase we use in the lab is identical to the one used by real law enforcement agencies. It means you can perform investigations on both PCs and mobile technology such as smartphones and sat navs.

Other industry connections include guest lectures and Q&A sessions with our network of experts in the field. 

Complete our BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree and your specialist skills will be in huge demand as employers grapple with these challenges. You’ll also gain practical experience through our amazing industry links and placement opportunities.

Through a partnership with Staffordshire Police’s High Tech Crime Unit, you can even get involved in a forensic internship in your final year. We have also recently just become the first UK educational partner with Offensive Security. This will give you access to industry-standard training and resources to support your learning. 

The course has a strong focus on hands-on practice. We have a Cyber Lab with its own private, isolated network so you can test out scenarios and complete challenges. You’ll get to ‘break into’ this network to learn all about ethical hacking – the expert role that helps companies identify vulnerabilities within their infrastructure.

The course also covers the essentials of networking, programming, software development, data analytics and machine learning. You’ll look at regulations and ethics, as well as the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security.

Alongside your degree, there’s the chance to gain certification with EnCase, Microsystemation XRY and Cellebrite UFED. You can also become a certified ethical hacker through EC-Council.

The version of EnCase we use in the lab is identical to the one used by real law enforcement agencies. It means you can perform investigations on both PCs and mobile technology such as smartphones and sat navs.

Other industry connections include guest lectures and Q&A sessions with our network of experts in the field. 

Complete our BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree and your specialist skills will be in huge demand as employers grapple with these challenges. You’ll also gain practical experience through our amazing industry links and placement opportunities.

Through a partnership with Staffordshire Police’s High Tech Crime Unit, you can even get involved in a forensic internship in your final year. We have also recently just become the first UK educational partner with Offensive Security. This will give you access to industry-standard training and resources to support your learning. 

The course has a strong focus on hands-on practice. We have a Cyber Lab with its own private, isolated network so you can test out scenarios and complete challenges. You’ll get to ‘break into’ this network to learn all about ethical hacking – the expert role that helps companies identify vulnerabilities within their infrastructure.

The course also covers the essentials of networking, programming, software development, data analytics and machine learning. You’ll look at regulations and ethics, as well as the theoretical and practical aspects of cyber security.

Alongside your degree, there’s the chance to gain certification with EnCase, Microsystemation XRY and Cellebrite UFED. You can also become a certified ethical hacker through EC-Council.

The version of EnCase we use in the lab is identical to the one used by real law enforcement agencies. It means you can perform investigations on both PCs and mobile technology such as smartphones and sat navs.

Other industry connections include guest lectures and Q&A sessions with our network of experts in the field. 

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

Work placements

You can choose to complete a 12-month work placement between the second and final year of your course. It’s a great way to gain valuable experience and put your skills into action solving real problems.

We have a variety of opportunities, ranging from links with SMEs locally and nationally through to placements with large multinational organisations.

Placement providers have included MI5 and Government security agencies, police forces, the NHS, Airbus, bet365, Cisco, Juniper, AWS and Microsoft.

We also have an innovative partnership with Staffordshire Police, where students can work alongside the police for a variety of projects. Final year students can get involved in a forensic internship, working with the force’s High Tech Crime Unit.

Course content

You will develop an in-depth knowledge of cyber security through studying a variety of modules. If you choose to take a Foundation Year, we’ll develop your academic skills so you are ready to join the main degree programme. You’ll look at topics in key areas, including emerging technologies and the fundamentals of computer systems development.

The first year of the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree course includes a grounding in a number of areas of computer science, such as software development, programming and networking.

In your second year, you’ll delve deeper into cyber security. You will study ethical hacking and the regulations behind cyber security. You will also look at commercial computing.

In your final year, you will cover more advanced topics. The main focus will be on a Final Year Project, negotiated between yourself and your course leader, that will demonstrate some of the specialist knowledge you have built up.

Academic year

The course operates on a modular basis with all of your study modules being worth 30 academic credits (our preferred size in order that you move rapidly from the basics to being an expert at the end of any module you study). Each credit taken equates to a total study time of around 10 hours. Total study time includes scheduled teaching, independent study and assessment activity. Full-time students take modules worth 60 credits per semester. All students take a total of 120 credits per level and 360 credits for the degree as a whole. Your overall grade for the course and your degree classification are based on the marks obtained for modules taken at levels 5 and 6. The course has one start point in September.

You will develop an in-depth knowledge of cyber security through studying a variety of modules. If you choose to take a Foundation Year, we’ll develop your academic skills so you are ready to join the main degree programme. You’ll look at topics in key areas, including emerging technologies and the fundamentals of computer systems development.

The first year of the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree course includes a grounding in a number of areas of computer science, such as software development, programming and networking.

In your second year, you’ll delve deeper into cyber security. You will study ethical hacking and the regulations behind cyber security. You will also look at commercial computing.

In your final year, you will cover more advanced topics. The main focus will be on a Final Year Project, negotiated between yourself and your course leader, that will demonstrate some of the specialist knowledge you have built up.

Academic year

The course operates on a modular basis with all of your study modules being worth 30 academic credits (our preferred size in order that you move rapidly from the basics to being an expert at the end of any module you study). Each credit taken equates to a total study time of around 10 hours. Total study time includes scheduled teaching, independent study and assessment activity. Full-time students take modules worth 60 credits per semester. All students take a total of 120 credits per level and 360 credits for the degree as a whole. Your overall grade for the course and your degree classification are based on the marks obtained for modules taken at levels 5 and 6. The course has one start point in September.

You will develop an in-depth knowledge of cyber security through studying a variety of modules. If you choose to take a Foundation Year, we’ll develop your academic skills so you are ready to join the main degree programme. You’ll look at topics in key areas, including emerging technologies and the fundamentals of computer systems development.

The first year of the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree course includes a grounding in a number of areas of computer science, such as software development, programming and networking.

In your second year, you’ll delve deeper into cyber security. You will study ethical hacking and the regulations behind cyber security. You will also look at commercial computing.

In your final year, you will cover more advanced topics. The main focus will be on a Final Year Project, negotiated between yourself and your course leader, that will demonstrate some of the specialist knowledge you have built up.

Academic year

The course operates on a modular basis with all of your study modules being worth 30 academic credits (our preferred size in order that you move rapidly from the basics to being an expert at the end of any module you study). Each credit taken equates to a total study time of around 10 hours. Total study time includes scheduled teaching, independent study and assessment activity. Full-time students take modules worth 60 credits per semester. All students take a total of 120 credits per level and 360 credits for the degree as a whole. Your overall grade for the course and your degree classification are based on the marks obtained for modules taken at levels 5 and 6. The course has one start point in September.

Professional body accreditation

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Tech Industry Gold accredited BCS accredited degree logo

Professional body accreditation

This course is accredited as 'Tech Industry Gold' by the Tech Partnership Degrees. This identifies courses defined and backed by the Tech industry for quality and relevance to technology careers. Tech Industry Gold degrees blend the technical, business and interpersonal skills most valued by employers.

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Tech Industry Gold accredited BCS accredited degree logo

Professional body accreditation

This course is accredited as 'Tech Industry Gold' by the Tech Partnership Degrees. This identifies courses defined and backed by the Tech industry for quality and relevance to technology careers. Tech Industry Gold degrees blend the technical, business and interpersonal skills most valued by employers.

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Tech Industry Gold accredited BCS accredited degree logo

Modules

The tables provide an indicative list of the modules that make up the course for the current academic year. Each module is worth a specified number of credits. Our teaching is informed by research, and modules change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. We aim to ensure that all modules run as scheduled. If for any reason a module cannot be run we will advise you as soon as possible and will provide guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative module where available.

Year 2 compulsory modules
Cloud Infrastructure And Design 20 credits
Cyber Security 20 credits
Data Analytics 20 credits
Digital Forensics Fundamentals 20 credits
Ethical Hacking 20 credits
Professional Practice And Project Management 20 credits
Year 3 compulsory modules
Cryptography And Ai 20 credits
Dissertation 40 credits
Low-Level, Hardware, And Iot Security 20 credits
Negotiated Studies 20 credits
Network And Infrastructure Security 20 credits

Modules

The tables provide an indicative list of the modules that make up the course for the current academic year. Each module is worth a specified number of credits. Our teaching is informed by research, and modules change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. We aim to ensure that all modules run as scheduled. If for any reason a module cannot be run we will advise you as soon as possible and will provide guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative module where available.

Year 2 compulsory modules
Cloud Infrastructure And Design 20 credits
Cyber Security 20 credits
Data Analytics 20 credits
Digital Forensics Fundamentals 20 credits
Ethical Hacking 20 credits
Professional Practice And Project Management 20 credits
Year 3 compulsory modules
Cryptography And Ai 20 credits
Dissertation 40 credits
Low-Level, Hardware, And Iot Security 20 credits
Negotiated Studies 20 credits
Network And Infrastructure Security 20 credits

Modules

The tables provide an indicative list of the modules that make up the course for the current academic year. Each module is worth a specified number of credits. Our teaching is informed by research, and modules change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. We aim to ensure that all modules run as scheduled. If for any reason a module cannot be run we will advise you as soon as possible and will provide guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative module where available.

Year 2 compulsory modules
Cloud Infrastructure And Design 20 credits
Cyber Security 20 credits
Data Analytics 20 credits
Digital Forensics Fundamentals 20 credits
Ethical Hacking 20 credits
Professional Practice And Project Management 20 credits
Year 4 compulsory modules
Cryptography And Ai 20 credits
Dissertation 40 credits
Low-Level, Hardware, And Iot Security 20 credits
Negotiated Studies 20 credits
Network And Infrastructure Security 20 credits

Entry requirements

112-120 UCAS Tariff points

  • GCE A Levels - grades BBC or equivalent
  • Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM
  • Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity
  • UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
  • OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
  • T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer
  • Typical UCAS Offer: 48 points
  • A levels: A, DD, EEE
  • BTEC: PPP

112-120 UCAS Tariff points

  • GCE A Levels - grades BBC or equivalent
  • Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM
  • Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity
  • UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
  • OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
  • T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer

We understand that you might have experienced a challenging run up to higher education and may have not met the entry requirements as listed. If this is the case don’t worry, contact us and our team of expert advisors can guide you through the next stages of application, or help you find the perfect course for your needs.

For equivalent entry requirements in your home country, please see the information on our country pages.

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Facilities

Cyber/Biometrics Lab

Our Cyber Lab contains dual screen PCs bound within a dedicated isolated network. Our in-house developed virtual machines and environment enables several types of cyber protection to be developed, and ethical hacking investigations to take place. Read more

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Networking Labs

The networking labs consist of three fully equipped Cisco labs with around 340 devices, plus a Juniper set-up which can be incorporated into courses. Read more

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Software Development Tools

You'll have access to development environments for desktop, mobile and enterprise applications. Plus access to our mobile/smart devices development lab, with a variety of mobile devices for testing.

Careers

There’s huge demand for skills specialists in cyber security and so your degree will make you highly employable. It could involve working in healthcare or financial services, for police forces and other law enforcement, Government security agencies or private companies.

Our computing graduates have gone on to roles such as becoming forensic computer analysts, information security analysts, chief information security officers, security architects, IT security engineers, security systems administrators and IT security consultants.

All students have access to Career Connect, our dedicated careers team.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

Teaching approaches can include for example formal lectures, group work, tutorials/practical sessions, seminars, workshops, directed and self-managed study, and research projects. Each of these will be used on your modules so you get the chance to learn as effectively as possible.

Teaching approaches can include for example formal lectures, group work, tutorials/practical sessions, seminars, workshops, directed and self-managed study, and research projects. Each of these will be used on your modules so you get the chance to learn as effectively as possible.

Teaching approaches can include for example formal lectures, group work, tutorials/practical sessions, seminars, workshops, directed and self-managed study, and research projects. Each of these will be used on your modules so you get the chance to learn as effectively as possible.

Assessment

This course is mainly assessed via coursework, but does include a small number of exams. We have carefully designed assessments in order we use the best methods available to assess the integrated approach to theory and practice that you’ll engage in within the Computer Science discipline. Your coursework, carried out in response to assignments, project briefs or self-initiated proposals, will be presented in forms appropriate to that in the workplace, and will require you to work both individually and in teams in generating computing solutions to set problems. To back up your work you will also write reports and deliver presentations.  Formative assessment is carried out in tutorial and practical sessions and feedback is usually provided to you orally.

This course is mainly assessed via coursework, but does include a small number of exams. We have carefully designed assessments in order we use the best methods available to assess the integrated approach to theory and practice that you’ll engage in within the Computer Science discipline. Your coursework, carried out in response to assignments, project briefs or self-initiated proposals, will be presented in forms appropriate to that in the workplace, and will require you to work both individually and in teams in generating computing solutions to set problems. To back up your work you will also write reports and deliver presentations.  Formative assessment is carried out in tutorial and practical sessions and feedback is usually provided to you orally.

This course is mainly assessed via coursework, but does include a small number of exams. We have carefully designed assessments in order we use the best methods available to assess the integrated approach to theory and practice that you’ll engage in within the Computer Science discipline. Your coursework, carried out in response to assignments, project briefs or self-initiated proposals, will be presented in forms appropriate to that in the workplace, and will require you to work both individually and in teams in generating computing solutions to set problems. To back up your work you will also write reports and deliver presentations.  Formative assessment is carried out in tutorial and practical sessions and feedback is usually provided to you orally.

Learning support

In addition to the excellent support you will receive from your course teaching team, our central Academic Skills team provides group and one-to-one help to support your learning in a number of areas. These include:

  • study skills such as reading, note-taking and presentation skills
  • written English, including punctuation and grammatical accuracy
  • academic writing and how to reference
  • research skills
  • critical thinking and understanding arguments
  • revision, assessment and examination skills
  • time management

Additional support

Our Student Inclusion Services support students with additional needs such as sensory impairment, or learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

Feedback

Your course will provide you with opportunities to test your understanding of your subject informally (through formative feedback) before you complete the formal assessments. Each module normally includes practice or 'formative' assessments for which you receive feedback from your tutor. Practice assessments are developmental and any grades you receive for them do not count towards your module mark, but are essential for you to develop academically as a student. There is a formal or 'summative' assessment at the end of each module and the grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. The feedback you receive will help to focus you to achieve better grades on the next set of modules you study.

Your course will provide you with opportunities to test your understanding of your subject informally (through formative feedback) before you complete the formal assessments. Each module normally includes practice or 'formative' assessments for which you receive feedback from your tutor. Practice assessments are developmental and any grades you receive for them do not count towards your module mark, but are essential for you to develop academically as a student. There is a formal or 'summative' assessment at the end of each module and the grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. The feedback you receive will help to focus you to achieve better grades on the next set of modules you study.

Your course will provide you with opportunities to test your understanding of your subject informally (through formative feedback) before you complete the formal assessments. Each module normally includes practice or 'formative' assessments for which you receive feedback from your tutor. Practice assessments are developmental and any grades you receive for them do not count towards your module mark, but are essential for you to develop academically as a student. There is a formal or 'summative' assessment at the end of each module and the grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. The feedback you receive will help to focus you to achieve better grades on the next set of modules you study.

Staff

Christopher Howard

Course Director

Chris is a networking professional with over 30 years’ experience in the technical and academic field. He is currently the course director for Cyber Security and Networks.

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Dr Mohammad Hasan

Senior Lecturer

Mohammad is a Senior lecturer who is involved in PG research, MSc course management, PG and UG teaching. He is the course leader for MSc Computer Science and has experience in Erasmus project management.

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Tomasz Bosakowski

Senior Lecturer

Tomasz has obtained his MSc in Computer Engineering and is currently close to completing his PhD degree. He currently lectures in Computer Networks and Security at Staffordshire University. Tomasz is also a member of the university's Cisco teach…

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Professor Elhadj Benkhelifa

Professor Of Computer Science

Elhadj is passionate academic and researcher with almost 20 years of experience and demonstrable leadership skills at an international level.

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Dr Ange ALY

Senior Lecturer

Dr Ange Aly is leading the MSc cyber security award as well as an active researcher in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Her main area of interest is the application of Physics-informed Machine Learning to Forensic and Cyber Security.

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Dr Mostafa Tajdini

Senior Lecturer

Mostafa is Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Cyber Security course at Staffordshire University as well an active researcher in Cyber and Network Security. His main area of the interest is Intrusion Detection/Prevention System in IPv6 and Phishing Attack.

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Dr Carolin Bauer

Senior Lecturer

Carolin has been working for Staffordshire University for a number of years in her capacity as a senior lecturer. She is currently the Course Leader for the MSc Software Engineering course.

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Dr Justin Champion

Senior Lecturer

Justin has worked for the University for a number of years as a Senior Lecturer in Networking. He is a member of the university's CISCO teaching team and has a wide set of experiences within this field, and has mostly specialised in the area of…

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Fees

For the course starting on 22 September 2025 the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time £9,535 per year of study £16,750 per year of study

For the course starting on 22 September 2025 the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time £9,535 for your first year subsequent years will be charged at the University standard rate £16,750 for your first year subsequent years will be charged at the University standard rate

For the course starting on 22 September 2025 the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time £9,535 per year of study £16,750 per year of study

UK and Channel Island students: This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation. If the UK government passes appropriate legislation, the fee for subsequent years of study may increase in each academic year. But this increase will not exceed the rate of inflation as measured by RPIX**. Any change in fees will apply to both new and continuing students. The University will notify students of any change as early as possible. Further information about fee changes would be posted on the University’s website once this becomes available.

**RPIX is a measure of inflation equivalent to all the items in the Retail Price Index (RPI) excluding mortgage interest payments.

Included in the fees:

Travel, and accommodation costs incurred by compulsory trips and visits away from the University that are directly linked to the learning requirements of a specific module.

The use of all laboratories, workshops and specialist facilities relating to the course of study.

Heavily discounted tuition fees during the (optional) placement year.

Travel, and accommodation costs incurred by compulsory trips and visits away from the University that are directly linked to the learning requirements of a specific module.

The use of all laboratories, workshops and specialist facilities relating to the course of study.

Heavily discounted tuition fees during the (optional) placement year.

Travel, and accommodation costs incurred by compulsory trips and visits away from the University that are directly linked to the learning requirements of a specific module.

The use of all laboratories, workshops and specialist facilities relating to the course of study.

Heavily discounted tuition fees during the (optional) placement year.
Not included in the fees:

The estimated cost of text books over the duration of the course. All essential text books are available from the library, but some students chose to purchase their own copies.

Travel, subsistence, entrance fees etc. incurred by optional trips and visits away from the University related to the course.

Dependent on a student’s choice of final year project, some additional costs may be incurred for materials to support the development and delivery of the project.

Certified Ethical Hacker, XRY Mobile Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis Certification are available for an additional fee.

The estimated cost of text books over the duration of the course. All essential text books are available from the library, but some students chose to purchase their own copies.

Travel, subsistence, entrance fees etc. incurred by optional trips and visits away from the University related to the course.

Dependent on a student’s choice of final year project, some additional costs may be incurred for materials to support the development and delivery of the project.

Certified Ethical Hacker, XRY Mobile Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis Certification are available for an additional fee.

The estimated cost of text books over the duration of the course. All essential text books are available from the library, but some students chose to purchase their own copies.

Travel, subsistence, entrance fees etc. incurred by optional trips and visits away from the University related to the course.

Dependent on a student’s choice of final year project, some additional costs may be incurred for materials to support the development and delivery of the project.

Certified Ethical Hacker, XRY Mobile Forensics and Cybercrime Analysis Certification are available for an additional fee.
Accommodation and living costs

Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees. 

Sources of financial support

If you receive funding from Student Finance you may be eligible to apply for additional benefits. Details can be obtained by reading our additional funding web pages, or visiting www.gov.uk.

Scholarships and additional funding

As an undergraduate student at Staffordshire, you may be eligible for additional financial support through one of our scholarships and bursaries. You can visit our funding page to find out more and check your eligibility.

Scholarships and additional funding

As an undergraduate student at Staffordshire, you may be eligible for additional financial support through one of our scholarships and bursaries. You can visit our funding page to find out more and check your eligibility.

Scholarships and additional funding

As an undergraduate student at Staffordshire, you may be eligible for additional financial support through one of our scholarships and bursaries. You can visit our funding page to find out more and check your eligibility.

Our students

The University’s experienced lecturers from industry with links for work placements and jobs helped me to gain the knowledge and experience I needed.

I chose to study Cyber Security at Staffordshire University after deciding I was ready for a technical challenge in an industry that never stands still. The University’s experienced lecturers from industry with links for work placements and jobs helped me to gain the knowledge and experience I needed, not only to gain a First BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security but to join the team at D2NA and continue my development in the professional world.  

Lauren Hill

BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

Supportive and helpful

The facilities here have been fantastic. The library is open 24/7 and most of the computers in the library have the software that I need to do assignments. Mellor building (which is where all the Cisco equipment is kept) is also open 24/7 as well so you can come and do work whenever you feel like doing so. 

The staff are always willing to help, and they also have drop in slots where they are able to talk one-on-one with you in private. They have been very supportive and helpful. They have shown me where I’ve gone wrong, they’ll help me to rectify the mistake and I don’t make them again. Or if I do make them again, I can then rectify it without their help. 

Tobi Popoola

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security)

The topics learned in the first two years really helped me prepare and pick things up quickly during my industrial placement.

Because of the vast amount learnt on this course, I was able to apply this on my placement year at bet365 as a Junior Security Analyst. The topics learned in the first two years really helped me prepare and pick things up quickly during my industrial placement. Thanks to the course, I was able to get myself a year of experience which companies really look for and not just that, but with that year experience acquired, I was offered a full-time job with bet365 after finishing my placement for after I'd finished my degree. The course has been superb!

Liam Gilson

BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with a Placement Year

The lectures and coursework were both enjoyable and thorough with a mixture of individual work as well as group tasks

I graduated from my BSc Cyber course with a first class degree and successfully got a job in digital forensics as a mobile phone forensic analyst. I found all of the staff to be extremely knowledgeable in the field as well as having their own area of expertise. This meant there were plenty of people on hand to speak to if there was something I was unsure of. The lectures and coursework were both enjoyable and thorough with a mixture of individual work as well as group tasks. I completed a placement year which I found to be invaluable in helping with my studies and even interviews for my current role in a different company.

Kelly Ashman

Mobile Phone Forensic Analyst

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