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Deciding whether to studyÌýComputer ScienceÌý´Ç°ùÌýCybersecurityÌýdepends on your interests, career goals, and the specific offerings of each program. Here are some of the key differences to consider when deciding which course is right for you.

Computer Science - BSc (Hons):

Computer Science courseÌýwill develop your skills in producing computer systems solutions. You will gain a sound mathematical and scientific understanding alongside developing the professional attitude needed in industry. Some of the key aspects of computer science include:

• Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýComputerÌýProgramming
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýData Structures and Algorithms
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýWebsite Design and Development
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýComputer Architecture
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýUser Experience and Design
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýArtificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýMobile Application Development

Studying computing with us puts you at the heart of an exciting, innovative community. You will study the fundamental concepts of computer scienceÌýinÌýyour first year, including computer programming, data structures and algorithms, information systems, computer networks and computer architecture.Ìý

With the rapid rise of AI and machine learning, computer scienceÌýis driving innovation across industries like healthcare and entertainment. From medical diagnostics to self-driving cars and algorithmic trading, AI and ML technologies are reshaping our world and the opportunities within it.

We know that employers are looking for graduates who have a good balance between in-depth academic knowledge and technical and practical expertise, which is why our course is geared towards employability.

Cyber Security - BSc (Hons):

Cyber securityÌýkeeps computer networks, systems and programs safe from external threats.ÌýSome of the key aspects of cyber security include:

• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýNetwork and InformationÌý³§±ð³¦³Ü°ù¾±³Ù²â
• Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýCryptography
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• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýIncident Response
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýDigitalÌý¹ó´Ç°ù±ð²Ô²õ¾±³¦²õ
• ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýEthical HackingÌý

Our Cyber Security courseÌýis designed to equip you with state-of-the-art technical knowledge, intellectual know-how, management capabilities and practical skills that will enable you to succeed in meeting the cyber security challenges facing modern organisations. Your studies here will equip you with the practical and academic skills that will help you to stand out when you look for your first professional role.

Beyond prevention and protection, cyber securityÌýis also catalyst for innovation; it's where technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning are being increasingly used to develop enhanced defensive strategies and systems.

Because we have strong links with companies such as SAS, Microsoft, Cisco and Capgemini, you have the chance to work with and understand the workings of real-life industry from early on in your degree studies.

ÌýWhat are the key differences of cybersecurity and computer science?

If you possess a strong aptitude for analytical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning, Computer Science could be your ideal field. Your curiosity about technology and passion for innovation will thrive in this dynamic environment.

If you are particularly interested in the security aspect of technology and want to focus on protecting systems and data,Ìýa cyber security degree may be your ideal path. This field demands a unique combination of intellectual acumen and ethical integrity, this is essential given the sensitive nature of the information you will be safeguarding.ÌýÌýYou will need a sharp analytical mind to identify vulnerabilities, a keen eye for detail to detect anomalies, and a deep understanding of technology.ÌýÌý

Remember, both fields offer exciting career prospects and opportunities for growth. Our Computer ScienceÌýand Cyber SecurityÌýdegree courses are designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the digital world. While each course has its own specialist focus, they both incorporate some elements of the other to ensure you are well-prepared for the dynamic and interconnected nature of the tech-industry.