University courses
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Selected courseCybersecurity
GCSE and IGCSE preparation
- English and mathematics
Often expected at GCSE or IGCSE. Grade thresholds differ, and International GCSEs are not automatically the same as GCSEs.
A-level subjects
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University courses
- Cybersecurity
Mathematics or computing is often preferred. Required subjects vary.
- Electrical and electronic engineering
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
- Computer science
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
- Computer Networks
An alternative or related degree, not automatically an equivalent qualification.
Possible careers
- IT security co-ordinator
Common route. A relevant academic route alongside experience and professional certificates.
- Cyber intelligence officer
Alternative route. A relevant degree. Clearance and employer training decide the role, not the course title.
- Network engineer
Alternative route. Networks are part of the degree, not the whole job.
This is a possible educational route, not an offer of a place and not a prediction of a job. Direct, common, alternative and postgraduate routes are not the same thing.