Cyber Defence & Intelligence Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cyber Defence & Intelligence Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Ready to outsmart the threats others can't see? You'll learn how adversaries think, developing the skills to predict, hunt, and stop cyberattacks before they strike, protecting national security and critical digital systems.
Why study BSc (Hons) Cyber Defence & Intelligence at BU?
* Shape your future as a defence-certified cyber specialist on this course selected and funded by the Office for Students (OfS), designed to develop the UK's next generation of cyber security professionals
* Build advanced technical skills in systems engineering,...
Ready to outsmart the threats others can't see? You'll learn how adversaries think, developing the skills to predict, hunt, and stop cyberattacks before they strike, protecting national security and critical digital systems.
Why study BSc (Hons) Cyber Defence & Intelligence at BU?
* Shape your future as a defence-certified cyber specialist on this course selected and funded by the Office for Students (OfS), designed to develop the UK's next generation of cyber security professionals
* Build advanced technical skills in systems engineering, defence simulation and modelling, and incident response, taking your expertise far beyond traditional cyber degrees
* Our OfS-funded Cyber Competency Centre puts you at the heart of real-world cyber defence. Through government-backed investment, we've recreated authentic threat scenarios where you'll test your abilities in live cyber defence environments and threat scenarios
* An optional placement year will connect you with major defence contractors and commercial security firms, giving you professional experience that will set you apart
* You'll be ready for high-impact roles across the Ministry of Defence, national intelligence services, and global security organisations, equipped with the skills and real-world experiences employers are looking for.
Course Information
2 option s available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B70-B30
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
A level
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points).
Scottish Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades AABC–AAAB).
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Access to HE Diploma
102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points).
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points).
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points).
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD–BCC).
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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