Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Cyber Security and Networks

Obtain the knowledge and skills needed for careers in the IT industry with a bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security Networks. This programme will allow you to gain technical expertise of cyber threat intelligence and risk management which will enable you to excel in the demanding areas of security technologies and controls.

This is designed to give students the opportunity to: 

• Develop skills in cyber security, networks, and their management.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of cyber security and network principles as applied in cyber and physical environments.
• Gain technical expertise of cyber threat intelligence, risk management and industry standards relating to cyber security and project management which will enable you to excel in the demanding areas of cyber security.
• Develop an awareness of the management, economic, legal, social, professional, and ethical issues relating to cyber security and the use of security technologies.
• Gain knowledge and understanding of the principles underpinning relevant security technologies and controls.
• Study a variety of specialised topics such as information security risk management, security processes and controls, and network design, construction, testing, configuration, and management.
• Learn and work both independently and within groups.
• Develop the necessary study skills and knowledge to pursue further study.
• Develop the professional skills necessary for a career in the IT industry.

a. Minimum Academic Entry Requirement 

Local learners who have successfully completed either of the following:

• At least two passes in GCE 'A' Level; Must include one numerical subject such as Maths or Physics
• International Baccalaureate (25 points); including a minimum of 15 points at a higher level and must include Maths at a higher level
• Local Polytechnic Diploma in any field.

Foreign learners who have successfully completed either of the following:

• Completion of Year 12 High School Qualification or equivalent qualification from respective home countries; Must include Maths or Computer Science or another relevant subject.
• Completed International Baccalaureate (25 points); including a minimum of 15 points at a higher level and must include Maths at a higher level
• Equivalent Local Polytechnic Diploma in any field in respective home countries.

b. Minimum English Language Requirement 

• Applicants who have not studied prior qualifications in English require IELTS 5.5 or equivalent in an accepted English language test.

c. Minimum Age Requirement 

• 18 years or above 

d. Admission Requirement

Accreditation of Prior Certificated and Experiential Learning:

MATURE APPLICANTS AND THOSE WITHOUT FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS

We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course. We will assess this from the information provided in your application – your personal statement - to help us decide on your eligibility for the course.

Please note that UEL courses require applicants to meet the entry requirement. LSBF provides pre-counselling and will be able to provide further advice on entry requirements and suitability for study.

Year 1

• Information Systems
• Modelling & Design
• Software Development
• Maths for Computing
• Computer Systems & Networks
• Web Technologies
• Mental Wealth; Professional Life 1 (IT Project 
• Pitching)

Year 2

• Database Systems
• Cyber Security
• Systems Administration
• Mental Wealth; Professional Life 2 (Computing 
• in Practice)
• Information Systems, 
• Strategy and Management
• Data Communications and Networks

Year 3

• Enterprise Architecture and Cloud Computing
• Project Management
• Mental Wealth; Professional Life 3 (Project)
• Business Continuity Planning
• Advanced Topics in Cyber Security and Network