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The high quality teaching and exposure to knowledge from industry professionals were what first attracted me to Edge Hill University. The best thing is the University’s commitment towards creating diverse forums to bring the best out of their students. The University supported me through giving me adequate time to pay my tuition fees through instalment payment plans. I was also able to loan a laptop which helped me whilst I was saving up to purchase my PC.

My favourite thing about my subject is the versatility and usefulness in virtually every real-world sector, increasing my employability. Team work, resilience and programming are all skills that I have developed. I have also been able to obtain free certifications and licenses to training platforms like Try Hack Me. I hope to continue my studies through a placement in any sector in the technological industry when I graduate. This will further expand my work experience, which will increase my employability even further.

The most memorable moment so far was when my project, AI-Driven Web Application Vulnerability Detection System, was shortlisted for the 2025 End-of-Year Project Showcase. This project focuses on developing an Al-driven web application vulnerability detection system, integrating machine learning models with penetration testing tools to address critical security challenges. The core of the system is a user-friendly dashboard built with Streamlit, which enables seamless interaction with vulnerability data and prediction results. The system uses Decision Trees and Logistic Regression models, trained on large datasets, to predict the severity levels of vulnerabilities and provide actionable insights for web application developers and security professionals.

I would encourage anyone who considers a career in cyber security to actually give it a shot, because it is an integral aspect of the future of technology. Computers are the backbone of the global space today. It is essential to protect them and relevant digital information from malicious attackers. It can be conveniently integrated with Artificial Intelligence, which is also an integral part of the future of technology. A degree in cyber security gives you the opportunity to develop relevant technical skills and provide you with multiple employment opportunities.