Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Identify vulnerabilities and assess cyber risk.
- Learn defensive security and incident-response principles.
- Develop practical, ethical and analytical security skills.
University of Chester · Chester
Cybersecurity BSc (Hons)
Teaches how to understand, assess and counter threats to computers, systems and information, with practical skills for security roles. A four-year route with a foundation year is also offered.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Cyber security analyst
- Security operations analyst
- Penetration tester
- Information security consultant
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 112 UCAS points (A-levels BCC-BBC), IB 28; GCSE Maths C/4
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE A-levels BCC or above for Year 1 entry; private foundation courses (NIBM, ACBT, SLIT) at 60%+ or a National Diploma with good grades also considered; HND may give Level 6 (final-year) entry; Foundation Year needs 3 A-level passes at S or above (O-level Maths credit for some pathways)
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, 5.5 in each band
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Chester.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on chester.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Chester before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.