OpenFieldUSW National Cyber Security Academy Excellence Scholarship
Tuition discount scholarship awarded to undergraduate and postgraduate students entering NCSC-certified cyber security programs at USW Newport.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum ABB at A-Level (or equivalent) in computer science, mathematics, or physics
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each band)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated interest in computer networks and information security
- Recommendation letters
- One academic referee letter
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- £2,500 annual tuition fee reduction throughout the degree course
- Application fee
- None
- Tuition / joining costs
- £9,000/year (Wales home), £9,250/year (UK), or £15,800/year (International)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of South Wales (Prifysgol De Cymru) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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