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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security

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Year of entry: 2027

  1. Overview
  2. Programme content
  3. Fees and scholarships
  4. Teaching and assessment
  5. Careers
  6. Entry requirements
Entry requirements
BSc (Hons)
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Duration
3 years
Academic year
2027

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Learn how to build and protect the digital systems that businesses, governments and communities rely on every day. Develop the technical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to understand cyber threats and help create more secure digital environments.

The Computer Science with Cyber Security programme at University of York Mumbai equips you with the skills and knowledge to meet this challenge. The programme combines a solid foundation in computer science with specialized training in cyber security, preparing graduates to defend organisations against threats such as hacking, malware, phishing, and data breaches. Designed with industry insights, it develops multi-skilled, competent professionals ready to make an impact in the workplace and society.

Introduction

As part of the Computer Science with Cyber Security programme, you’ll learn to tackle real-world cyber security challenges and understand their wider impact on society. The course offers an in-depth exploration of modern cyber security, covering both the theoretical foundations of identity and trust and their practical applications.

You’ll gain diverse perspectives by working in multidisciplinary teams and develop the skills to solve complex commercial problems through a focused cyber security project. Guided by industry experts via our Industrial Advisory Board, the programme also builds professional aptitude. Graduates leave ready to contribute effectively in cyber security, IT, and technology-driven industries, or to pursue further academic study, equipped to make a meaningful impact in the workplace and beyond.

Accreditation

Most of our Computer Science programmes are accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, the professional body for computing. We plan to seek BCS accreditation for this course once the first cohort of students graduates in 2028/29. BCS accreditation confirms that a programme fully meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and partially meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) through the Engineering Council.

Course & campus overview

Learn to defend against real-world threats and prepare for a high-demand career.

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Learn how to build and protect the digital systems that businesses, governments and communities rely on every day. Develop the technical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to understand cyber threats and help create more secure digital environments.

The Computer Science with Cyber Security programme at University of York Mumbai equips you with the skills and knowledge to meet this challenge. The programme combines a solid foundation in computer science with specialized training in cyber security, preparing graduates to defend organisations against threats such as hacking, malware, phishing, and data breaches. Designed with industry insights, it develops multi-skilled, competent professionals ready to make an impact in the workplace and society.

Introduction

As part of the Computer Science with Cyber Security programme, you’ll learn to tackle real-world cyber security challenges and understand their wider impact on society. The course offers an in-depth exploration of modern cyber security, covering both the theoretical foundations of identity and trust and their practical applications.

You’ll gain diverse perspectives by working in multidisciplinary teams and develop the skills to solve complex commercial problems through a focused cyber security project. Guided by industry experts via our Industrial Advisory Board, the programme also builds professional aptitude. Graduates leave ready to contribute effectively in cyber security, IT, and technology-driven industries, or to pursue further academic study, equipped to make a meaningful impact in the workplace and beyond.

Accreditation

Most of our Computer Science programmes are accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, the professional body for computing. We plan to seek BCS accreditation for this course once the first cohort of students graduates in 2028/29. BCS accreditation confirms that a programme fully meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and partially meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) through the Engineering Council.

Programme Content

Cybersecurity is at the heart of todayʼs digital world. As digital systems underpin businesses, healthcare, finance, and government, protecting them from cyber threats has never been more critical.

The Computer Science with Cyber Security programme at University of York Mumbai equips you with the skills and knowledge to meet this challenge. The programme combines a solid foundation in computer science with specialized training in cyber security, preparing graduates to defend organisations against threats such as hacking, malware, phishing, and data breaches. Designed with industry insights, it develops multi-skilled, competent professionals ready to make an impact in the workplace and society.

As part of the Computer Science with Cyber Security programme, youʼll learn to tackle real-world cyber security challenges and understand their wider impact on society. The course offers an in-depth exploration of modern cyber security, covering both the theoretical foundations of identity and trust and their practical applications.

Youʼll gain diverse perspectives by working in multidisciplinary teams and develop the skills to solve complex commercial problems through a focused cyber security project. Guided by industry experts via our Industrial Advisory Board, the programme also builds professional aptitude. Graduates leave ready to contribute effectively in cyber security, IT, and technology-driven industries, or to pursue further academic study, equipped to make a meaningful impact in the workplace and beyond.

Programme Structure

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Year 1

Your first year is about laying the groundwork for the fundamentals of computer science without accounting for any prior knowledge of the topics.

Year 1 comprises 120 credits of core modules.

Core modules

  • Software 1: Foundations of Programming for Computer Science (20 credits)
  • Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science (20 credits)
  • Human-Computer Interaction (20 credits)
  • Software 2: Object-Oriented Data Structures & Algorithms (20 credits)
  • Systems & Devices 1: Introduction to Computer Architectures (20 credits)
  • Formal Languages & Automata (20 credits)

Year 2

In your second year, youʼll build on the foundations established in your first year, deepening your knowledge. Youʼll also begin exploring intelligent systems and collaborate on a group engineering project. This year helps you develop and refine your academic interests, setting the stage for focused specialisation in cyber security in your final year.

Year 2 comprises 120 credits of core modules.

Core modules

  • Engineering 1: Software & Systems Engineering (20 credits)
  • Systems & Devices 2: Operating Systems, Security, and Networking (20 credits)
  • Computability, Complexity and Correctness (20 credits)
  • Intelligent Systems: Machine Learning & Optimisation (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Data Science (20 credits)
  • Systems & Devices 3: Advanced Computer Systems (20 credits)

Year 3

In the final year, youʼll delve deeper into your area of specialisation. Through a range of optional modules, youʼll expand on your expertise and refine your skills as a confident, career-ready cyber security professional.

Year 3 comprises 80 credits of core modules, with students then able to take two optional modules (2 x 20 credits).

Core modules

  • Capstone Project Computer Science (40 credits)
  • Cryptography Theory & Practice (20 credits)
  • Network Security (20 credits)

Optional modules

  • High-Integrity Systems Engineering (20 credits)
  • Deep Learning (20 credits)
  • Large Language Models (20 credits)
  • Human Factors: Technology in Context (20 credits)
  • Autonomous Robots (20 credits)
  • Engineering 2: Automated Software Engineering (20 credits)
  • Natural Language Processing (20 credits)
  • Quantum Computation (20 credits)
  • High-Performance Parallel & Distributed Systems (20 credits)

Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.

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Learning outcomes

Every course at University of York Mumbai is built around clear, ambitious learning outcomes that define what you’ll be able to achieve by the end of your studies. Each module is designed to progressively develop your skills and knowledge, preparing you to confidently demonstrate your capabilities to future employers.

Learning Outcomes For This Programme

After completing the Computer Science with Cyber Security course, graduates will be able to:

  • Apply computational thinking to problems they encounter, using skills in problem analysis, representation and abstraction, and in algorithm selection, at different scales in complex situations, and drawing on the foundations of computer science. 
  • Adapt to new technologies, languages, paradigms, terminologies and models as they become available, being confident to use advanced techniques and tools in their practice. 
  • Design and build computer-based systems to serve the needs of users, with the most appropriate combination of software and hardware, by applying the theory and practice of programming, software engineering and cyber security, while making effective use of the variety of physical implementations on which that software may be running. 
  • Engineer solutions to problems in which computation forms a significant part, by using skills from the whole breadth of Computer Science across all parts of the development lifecycle, with deeper skills in Cyber Security. 
  • Make immediate and effective contributions as part of multidisciplinary teams in industry, consultancy or education, by managing workloads, optimising resources and meeting deadlines, using experiences from team projects.
  • Communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders about complex computational problems and their solutions in a clear and organised manner.
  • Operate as responsible Computer Science professionals, by maintaining awareness of key legal and ethical issues, appreciating how computers and technology can impact society, and by continuing to expand and deepen their knowledge through critical engagement with the discipline.

Fees and scholarships

An overview of the course fees, payment schedule and funding options for the BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security course at University of York Mumbai.

Annual tuition fees*

Student Category

Amount (INR)

Domestic Students

12,50,000

International Students

14,00,000

*Note: Tuition fees may increase up to 5% for subsequent academic years. Students will be notified of any increase accordingly.

Additional costs

Fee Type

Amount (INR)

Payment Schedule

Application fee:

1,500

Non-refundable. To be paid at the time of form filling

Admission fee:

50,000

To be paid at the time of confirming admission. This is refundable on cancellation of admission.

Security deposit:

50,000

To be paid at the time of admission. This amount is fully refundable at the time of graduation or upon withdrawal from the university, subject to clearance of all dues, return of university property (if applicable), and completion of exit formalities.

Tuition fee payment schedule

Fee Proportion

Payment Schedule

20%*

At the time of offer acceptance

30%

Prior to the start of Semester I

50%

Prior to the start of Semester II

*100% refundable if student withdraws admission

For detailed refund terms and conditions, please refer to our refund policy.

Scholarships

Up to 25% off your tuition fees each year is available through the York Academic Excellence Scholarship. Awarded on merit, the scholarship recognises strong academic performance and is reviewed annually, provided the required academic standards are maintained. The University also offers merit-cum-need based scholarships.

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Teaching and assessment

We use a variety of assessment techniques throughout your course. This allows you to practice different techniques, from report writing, presentations and live demos to timed programming assessments and closed exams. It also means that you are not disadvantaged by being assessed in any one way. To aid your learning we provide feedback on your assessments in addition to the marks you receive. We also ask our students for feedback on the course at the end of each year. This helps to improve and modify what we do to help meet the needs of our students.

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Careers

The move towards a digital economy creates demand for computer scientists and software engineers across a broad section of employers, so the skills you develop here will make you attractive to many organisations. Most of our graduates go into the field of IT/computing, followed by financial services, some undertake further study (eg PhD) and others go straight into industry (for example working for IBM, BAE Systems).

Many of our graduates are employed by software and electronics industries, but the continuing expansion of the use of computers in commercial and financial operations means that you will be able to find employment in other industries - and here your sharpened numeracy and analytical skills will have prepared you well.

Career opportunities

  • Computer programmer
  • Software engineer
  • Software developer
  • Business analyst
  • Research scientist
  • Network manager
  • IT Systems manager

Transferable skills

At York, you will gain a broad understanding of all of the essential scientific principles, engineering techniques and practices in Computer Science. This allows you to be flexible and adapt quickly in any field that you wish to go into. More specifically, we can identify four main skill areas:

  • analytical skills
  • research skills
  • management skills
  • communication skills

Careers and Employability

Entry Requirements

  • CBSE / ISC / Indian State Boards(Std XII) Must have a score of 70% overall, with 75% in Maths.
  • IB Diploma Must have a score of 30 points overall, with 5 in High Level Maths.
  • A-levels Must have achieved ABB, with Maths.

English language

  • Must have scored 75% in Standard XII* OR 
  • Have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in each component

* Standard XII English is accepted from all Indian boards. If stipulated grades have not been met, then applicants will need to consider taking IELTS or any of the other approved tests.

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