BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Bachelor's degree at York St John University

Explore the core concepts and models of application development. Through practical exploration and lectures, develop problem solving and programming skills in areas such as coding, software development and testing tools, problem solving, teamwork and time management.

Learn about the mathematical foundations of computer science, using mathematics as a tool to model and analyse problems arising in this field. Introduce mathematical techniques and skills used in industry.

Learn the fundamental concepts and methods needed to design, implement and deploy complete systems in the face of malice or error. Analyse various threats and investigate how these can materialise in a variety of scenarios and settings. Explore legal, social, ethical and professional issues involved in the exploitation of computer technology.

Introduce fundamental concepts and models of Web application development. Equip with skills to create platform independent and responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, Javascript and PHP.

Develop transferable and employable skills, gaining practical experience in Linux OS, Linux programming, systems thinking, time management and problem solving. Introduce the internal operations of computing hardware and the techniques involved in managing and organising the components of the operating system.

Learn the fundamental techniques of software engineering through practical skills development, with a focus on the design and realisation of a web based artefact. Create, plan, design and assemble a basic web based multimedia app.

Gain greater understanding of high level programming language, scripts, and scripting language. Learn about the philosophy of trustworthy software development, designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining software in a trustworthy manner.

Explore the principles of databases, gaining practical experience of designing, implementing and managing database systems interfaced to web application systems. Investigate current and likely future developments in database technology.

Explore the essential concepts behind databases and networks. Gain practical experience in designing, implementing and managing database systems. Learn about the technical details that underpin the operation of networked and inter-networked systems, and current and likely future developments in database and networking technology.

Learn how to collect, analyse and interpret digital evidence for investigating cyber security incidents, legal disputes, and crimes. Investigate topics such as extracting and analysing digital evidence, handling digital artefacts in a chain of custody, data recovery and identity theft, malware and ransomware investigations, network and internet investigations, and email investigations.

Participate in collaborative entrepreneurial projects that help to prepare for the workplace. Work with businesses to develop computer-based solutions to their business problems. Build core professional skills around interacting with employers and wider industry.

Learn the theory and practical skills necessary for regular business risk assessments and security controls. Learn to work out the best ways to reduce information and systems risks, mitigate vulnerability, and satisfy compliance obligations.

Apply knowledge and practical skills developed throughout the course to complete a major individual project. Produce a software product from the initial idea, through to successful evaluation and a substantial report to demonstrate research. Project might focus on development of a game or research into emerging technologies.

Explore the Internet of Things as an internet comprised of networked objects, incorporating concepts of computing, ambient intelligence, and machine to machine communication (M2M). Explore questions about how use of smart technology in public and social spaces will affect how we relate to each other. Develop Internet of Things technology for use in public or social contexts.

Learn how to identify, attack and exploit weak spots within an organisation's cyber security framework. Conduct successful penetration testing from start to finish to test and exploit systems to ensure that they are fit for purpose.

Investigate common web security attacks, mistakes that can lead to vulnerable systems, and the countermeasures that can be used to fix and prevent them. Learn the principle of least privilege (POLP), in which users' access rights are limited to what is strictly required to do their jobs.

Learn about critical privacy concepts, engineering privacy requirements, and controls used in products and services. Understand legal, ethical, and reputational concerns when working with personal or sensitive data.

Explore the current state of network security architecture, operations, and continuous monitoring. Gain in depth technical insight and practical training needed to defend network infrastructures confidently.

Develop practical skills and theoretical knowledge related to cloud computing and blockchain technology. Consider how best to implement them across different industries and professions, addressing the rise of cryptocurrencies and increasing adoption of cloud technology.

Develop skills in web technologies and development tools, Web 3.0, blockchain, problem solving, and deployment methods and tools. Cover advanced programming techniques associated with web service applications, examining major theories and concepts behind technologies such as CSS3, HTML5, JavaScript, Python and Flask.