About the Courses
Why choose this course?
Explore a future in cyber security and network management with our computer science degree, where you'll gain hands-on experience in defending digital infrastructures. Learn to design secure systems, tackle cyber threats, and become proficient in key technologies. Prepare for a rewarding career in a critical and rapidly growing field.
Tailored focus on cyber security and networks modules: Gain specialised skills through modules focused on data modelling, security management, and software architecture, preparing you to address emerging cyber threats in today’s digital landscape.
State-of-the-art facilities: On this degree you will access Spectra, our new home for the School of Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science, fully equipped with industry-standard software, hardware, and simulators for an immersive tech exp
Why choose this course?
Explore a future in cyber security and network management with our computer science degree, where you'll gain hands-on experience in defending digital infrastructures. Learn to design secure systems, tackle cyber threats, and become proficient in key technologies. Prepare for a rewarding career in a critical and rapidly growing field.
Tailored focus on cyber security and networks modules: Gain specialised skills through modules focused on data modelling, security management, and software architecture, preparing you to address emerging cyber threats in today’s digital landscape.
State-of-the-art facilities: On this degree you will access Spectra, our new home for the School of Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science, fully equipped with industry-standard software, hardware, and simulators for an immersive tech experience.
Become industry qualified: This computer science degree is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, ensuring your learning is always moving with the latest approaches, technology and practices.
Flexible learning: This course has an emphasis on cyber security topics, but you may choose to switch to another computer science course with a different focus after your first year. Other computer science routes we offer include a generalist course, cyber security and networks, and/or software engineering.
Work placement opportunities: Our dedicated Careers and Employment team will guide you through securing the right placement to gain industry experience. Recent students have held placements with major organisations such as Apple, BT, IBM, Intel, GSK, Microsoft, and Xerox, while others have chosen smaller, family-run companies closer to home. These experiences provide invaluable hands-on learning and industry connections.
Strong employment prospects: 93% of Herts graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22).