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With today's advancing technologies comes the increasing threat of cybercrime. The National Cyber Security Strategy makes clear the importance of good network defences in securing the UK. GCU has developed a suite of programmes which provide the opportunity to be at the forefront of defending cyberspace from sophisticated malicious attacks and future threats.

Cyber Security and Networks covers the protection of computer equipment, information and services from unauthorised access, change or destruction. It will inform you of the latest technologies, help you understand legal, ethical and professional responsibilities and provide a broad awareness of the industry.

Year 1
Programming 1, Computer Networking 1, Web Platform Development 1, Integrated Project 1, Mathematics for Computing, Fundamentals of Computing.

Year 2
Secure Systems Administration, Computer Networking 2, Programming 2, Integrated Design Project 2, Database Development, Cyber Security Operations.

Year 3
Advanced Routing, Digital Forensic Investigation, Ethical Hacking, Advanced Switching, Integrated Design Project 3, Research Skills and Professional Issues.

Year 4
Web Application Security, Internet Security, Network Simulation, Regulating the Information Society, Honours Project.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at BBCC including Maths, Computing Science or a science subject.

Widening access entry: 4 Highers at BCCC including Maths, Computing Science or a science subject.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted as equivalent of a non-essential Higher at B.