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This course has been awarded full undergraduate certification from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – the first undergraduate course in the UK to achieve full accreditation.

Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career.

Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of security and forensics, software development and computer networks. After four years, you’ll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems.

In the computing career market, the demand for security engineers is increasing. As a graduate, you’ll have the wide range of skills plus the specialised expertise in data security needed to move into a variety of roles.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at ABBB plus Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BBCC plus Maths or Applications of Maths at National 5.

For entry to year 2 you must have 3 Advanced Highers at BBC or 2 Advanced Highers at BB plus Highers at BB including 1 from Maths, Chemistry, Computing Science, Engineering Science, Psychology or Physics.