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 Wolverhampton · Wolverhampton
BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity
An undergraduate degree in securing computer systems and networks; a sandwich-placement version is also listed. The programme develops secure systems, networks, digital investigation, risk management and responsible security practice. At undergraduate level, the course develops subject knowledge progressively alongside practical, analytical and transferable skills.
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
- 96 UCAS points
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lanka General Certificate of Education with minimum 62% overall from a recognised board (60% in any required subject); International Foundation Year needs Sri Lankan A-Levels (3 subjects, minimum SSS) or O-Levels (minimum 5 passes)
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall (standard); some courses require 6.0 with 5.5 in each area
- English alternatives
- Sri Lanka page states English of 65%+ (UG) or 70%+ (PG) in the school-leaving certificate is required alongside the standard IELTS 6.0 level
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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 Wolverhampton.
- 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 wlv.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 Wolverhampton before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.