Computer Science with Cyber Security University of Southampton

Overview

You’ll be taught by academics who are directly contributing to important advances in areas like blockchain and the Internet of Things.

The UK government’s National Cyber Security Centre recognises Southampton as a centre of excellence when it comes to research in this growth area.

As part of the Computer Science with Cyber Security MEng course offered by the University of Southampton you will:

• learn how to design, build and deliver software programs and systems

• study in computer science labs recognised as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research by the UK government

• learn how to identify and address cyber security risks in software, internet-connected devices, web-based and networked systems

• be taught by academic staff at the forefront of research

• do an individual special project in year 3

• take part in a group design project in year 4, working with an academic or an industry customer

Career Opportunities

This degree will allow you to develop and evidence subject-specific and targeted employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business.

The skills you can expect to focus on and gain from this course include:

• Research

• Critical thinking

• Commercial awareness

• Self-management

• Confidence

• Leadership

Accreditation

The course is accredited by:

• the British Computer Society
• the Institution of Engineering and Technology