Institutions & Organisations
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recognises Academic Centres of Excellence in Cyber Security Education, known as ACE-CSE institutions, as the UK’s leading bodies for cyber security teaching. CSE Connect Regional Hubs convene cyber education practitioners alongside them across every UK region, together with NCSC Cyber Skills organisations.
Abertay ACE-CSE
Abertay University
Managed by Natalie Coull, Sean Sturley, Leon Chan, Sanaz Kavianpour
USW ACE-CSE
University of South Wales
The University of South Wales’ designation as a Gold Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE‑CSE) represents the highest level of recognition within the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)-backed programme. It reflects sustained excellence across teaching, student outcomes, industry collaboration, outreach, and research and brings wide-ranging benefits to learners, employers, and the wider Welsh and UK community. As an Academic Centre of Excellence, we demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the wider cyber security community. This includes delivering impactful outreach to schools and colleges, building collaborative partnerships with other higher education institutions, and actively contributing to the development of wider cyber security policies and strategic action plans.
Managed by Laura Ferguson, Rhys Driscoll
UWE ACE-CSE
University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)
UWEcyber is a collective of academics at the University of the West of England (Bristol, UK) with a passion for cyber security. UWEcyber are active in teaching, research, outreach, and external industry engagement. We collaborate and share with the community, and we strive to improve cyber security for our region and beyond. We are recognised by the National Cyber Security Centre as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE-CSE). We offer 3 taught programmes that are all NCSC-certified: BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, MSc Cyber Security, and BSc Cyber Security Technical Professional (Degree Apprenticeship).
Managed by Phil Legg, Jonathan White
ARU
Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University’s contribution to cybersecurity through CSE Connect is grounded in a long tradition of applied, socially responsible education that began in 1858 with the founding of the Cambridge School of Art. Inspired by the values of John Ruskin, the institution has consistently prioritised education that addresses real societal needs, an ethos that now underpins ARU’s approach to cyber resilience, digital ethics, and workforce development. Through its evolution into technical and vocational education providers, most notably the Cambridgeshire College of Arts and Technology and the Essex Institute of Higher Education, ARU developed strong foundations in engineering, computing, and applied sciences. These strengths positioned the University to respond early to the growing importance of information systems, networked technologies, and digital risk as computing became embedded in industry and public services. Gaining university status in 1992, ARU (then Anglia Polytechnic University) expanded its computing and technology provision with a clear focus on industry relevance, professional standards, and employability. This polytechnic heritage remains central to ARU’s cybersecurity identity, emphasising practical skills, hands‑on learning, and close collaboration with employers. Established to bring together education, research, skills development, and industry engagement, the CSE Connect Hub represents a natural progression in ARU’s cybersecurity journey. The hub aligns academic expertise with regional and national cybersecurity priorities, supporting students, educators, employers, and professionals through training, outreach, collaborative projects, and professional engagement. It reflects ARU’s long‑standing commitment to partnership working and its belief that effective cybersecurity requires technical capability alongside ethical awareness and social responsibility. The CSE Connect Hub also embodies ARU’s mission to widen participation in digital and cyber careers, working with schools, professional bodies, and industry partners to build inclusive pathways into the sector. Through initiatives involving organisations such as Cisco and professional communities including ISC2, the hub strengthens links between education and the cybersecurity profession, ensuring learners are prepared for real‑world challenges. Today, CSE Connect stands as a focal point for ARU’s cybersecurity activity, bringing together over a century of applied education with modern cyber expertise to support a resilient, skilled, and ethically grounded cybersecurity ecosystem for the region and beyond.
Aston University
Aston Centre for Cyber Security Innovation (CSI)
The Aston Centre for Cyber Security Innovation (CSI) brings together academics, industry and government to address the complex challenges of cyber security. The Centre combines expertise across technology, governance, risk management, law, criminology, psychology and human factors to deliver cross-disciplinary research, innovation projects, policy engagement and skills development that help organisations strengthen their cyber security resilience.
Managed by Aston Centre for Cyber Security Innovation (CSI), Drew Hadley
Ravensbourne Regional Cyber Hub
Ravensbourne University
Ravensbourne University London is a modern, industry-focused university located in London’s Design District on the Greenwich Peninsula, next to the O2 Arena. Renowned for its strong links with industry, Ravensbourne delivers future-focused education across digital technologies, design, business, and creative disciplines. Its Cyber Security programmes combine academic excellence with hands-on, experiential learning, equipping students with the technical expertise, critical thinking, and professional skills needed to address contemporary cybersecurity challenges and thrive in an evolving digital landscape.
Managed by Kyounggon Kim, Samuel Onalo
Roehampton Regional Cyber Hub
University or Roehampton
The London Regional Hub of CSE Connect is a collaborative centre dedicated to advancing excellence in education, skills development, and professional training. By connecting educators, researchers, industry professionals, and community organisations, the Hub promotes innovation, lifelong learning, and impactful partnerships that contribute to regional and global development.
Managed by Lata Nautiyal, Dr Mastaneh Davis
Sheffield Regional Hub
Sheffield Hallam University
The Cyber Security and Computer Networks Subject Group is part of the School of Computing and Digital Technologies at Sheffield Hallam University. The subject group consisted of Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics and Computer Networks disciplines. The main courses we offer are: BSc (Hons) Cyber Security BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with Forensics MSc in Advanced Computer Networks MSc in Cybersecurity
Managed by Tharmini Janarthanan, Shahrzad Zargari
University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Managed by Jeremy Singer
University of Law - London Regional Cyber Hub
The University of Law - London
Managed by Dr. Rejwan Bin Sulaiman
University of Law - Manchester Regional Cyber Hub
The University of Law - Manchester
Managed by Dr Hewa Balisane
University of Sunderland Regional Hub
University of Sunderland
The University of Sunderland is a modern, career-focused university with two campuses in Sunderland: City Campus and the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s. It is known for its supportive learning environment, strong industry links, practical teaching and commitment to widening participation. The University has particular strengths in healthcare, education, media, business, computing, engineering and the creative industries. Its computing provision includes programmes in Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, and Games Development. Students benefit from specialist facilities, including the CyberZone, Game Development Lab and David Goldman Technology Centre, helping them develop practical, industry-relevant skills for employment.
Managed by David Grey