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Admission Requirements

Programme Entry Requirements
BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security, Coventry University
  • Holders of VTC Higher Diploma in Cybersecurity; or
  • Holders of VTC Higher Diploma in Information and Network Security; or
  • Holders of Higher Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent qualifications in relevant IT subject areas from recognised institutions will also be considered. These applicants must also be able to demonstrate competence equivalent to an HKDSE Level 2 or HKCEE Grade E in Mathematics.*

* Subject to final approval by Coventry University

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants successfully completed a Higher Diploma or Associate Degree taught and assessed in English from a recognised institution in Hong Kong or equivalent; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Computing, Northumbria University
  • Holders of a Higher Diploma (HD)/Associate Degree (AD)/equivalent qualification in computing or IT related subject areas.

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component.
BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of the West England, Bristol
  • Holders of a Higher Diploma (HD)/Associate Degree (AD)/equivalent qualification in relevant IT subjects.

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Digital Media, University of the West of England, Bristol
  • Holders of a Higher Diploma (HD)/Associate Degree (AD)/equivalent qualification in multimedia, digital entertainment, web design, web development, or related subject areas.

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering, University of the West England, Bristol
  • Holders of a Higher Diploma (HD)/Associate Degree (AD)/equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering Areas.

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Information Technology, University of the West of England, Bristol
  • Holders of a Higher Diploma (HD)/Associate Degree (AD)/equivalent qualification in computing or IT related subject areas.

English Proficiency Requirements:

  • Applicants holding post-secondary qualifications (e.g. Higher Diploma, Associate Degree) taught and assessed in English from recognised institutions; or
  • At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Admission Requirements

Graduate Prospects

Further Study Opportunities

Graduates may further study in MSc or Higher Degree in IT or related field.

Career Prospects

Programme Career Prospects of Graduates
BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security, Coventry University Graduates will be able to find employment in ethical hacking and penetration testing roles, malware and software security analysis, telecoms security, digital forensics and evidence gathering, network and security administration within organisations, government organisations and insurance companies.
BSc (Hons) Computing, Northumbria University Graduates can choose a wide range of technical and analytical roles across the tech sector such as Software Developer/Engineer, Web and App Developer, Systems Analyst, Data Analyst, Machine Learning Specialist, IT Project Coordinator.
BSc (Hons) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, University of the West England, Bristol Graduates can choose a diverse range of roles in the growing fields of data science and artificial intelligence such as Data Analyst, Data Engineer, AI Engineer, Business Intelligence Developer, Data and AI Engineer and Data and AI Architect.
BSc (Hons) Digital Media, University of the West of England, Bristol Graduates can work at all stages of content creation, with roles including designer, developer, creative technologist, project management and client handling to information architecture and user experience design.
BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering, University of the West England, Bristol Graduates can choose a variety of jobs in the electronic and computer engineering field such as computer programmer, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, industrial engineer, computer systems analyst, computer user support specialist, web developer, or computer network architect.
BSc (Hons) Information Technology, University of the West of England, Bristol Graduates can choose from a broad range of IT career, including web application architect, mobile app developer, data analyst, security consultant, product innovator, as well as IT consultant.