Cyber Security
LIBF
UCAS Code: Not applicable | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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In the face of a rapidly digitising world, LIBF's BSc (Hons) Cyber Security programme meets the increasing need for robust cyber security knowledge. This degree is designed to help you understand the core concepts in cyber security, making you ready to face various industries' challenges in an intensively digital landscape.
As a graduate of the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security programme, you'll find yourself perfectly positioned to play a critical role in securing infrastructures. You'll be equipped to safeguard sensitive information, making the online world safer for individuals, organisations, and governments.
Delivered online, our course offers the flexibility you need to balance your studies with other commitments. It has a strong emphasis on developing practical skills and enhancing employability. Our teaching is set in the context of the real world, making your learning relevant to the contemporary and future digital environments.
Modules
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security encompasses a wide range of areas critical to the field. Core modules include subjects such as mathematics, data protection, and programming languages, in addition to specialised areas like cryptography and software forensics. The programme also offers optional modules in cloud computing, pentesting, and IT project management, allowing you to tailor your studies to match your career aspirations.
A full list of modules can be found here: https://onlinedegree.libf.ac.uk/undergraduate/bsc-hons-cyber-security-online/
Assessment methods
All module assessments and exams are completed entirely online. You can schedule them at any time that’s convenient for you – whether you’re an early bird or a night owl!
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