The course will provide you with the core computing and cyber security knowledge and skills required to work within a technical IT environment. Throughout the course, content is complemented by practical work, undertaken in state-of-the-art facilities, using tools and techniques to allow you to match software solutions to the needs of businesses. This practical element will enhance your theoretical understanding by developing real-world problem-solving skills; enhancing your employability as a graduate. You will learn to develop and manage the modern software tools and secure information systems demanded by industry using appropriate development methodology to provide high-quality, secure software systems. The core technical content of the course is directed towards the study of modern tools and techniques in the fields of information and security management, software development, secure database systems and web security. Throughout the course, content is complemented by practical work, allowing you to support your theoretical understanding by developing real-world problem solving skills and gaining practical experience.

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in any NON-Computing discipline. Applicants with a lower degree classification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.