Cyber Security and Digital Forensics - BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive overview of cyber security and digital forensics, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in these fields. Through a combination of lectures, practical exercises, and industry partnerships, students develop a strong foundation in network security, digital forensics, and ethical hacking.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Introduction to System Architecture and Automation
• Software Principles
• Cyber Crime Fundamentals
• Core Mathematics for Computing
• Introduction to Networks
• Year 2:
• Network Routing and Switching Essentials
• Principles of Digital Forensics
• Ruskin Module
• Cloud and IoT
• Digital Security
• Year 3:
• Digital Forensics and Malware Science
• Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
• Software Security
• Final Project

Assessment:

• Case study projects
• Practical application of knowledge
• Multiple-choice examinations
• Formal written reports
• Research reports
• Undergraduate major project

Teaching:

• Lectures
• Practical implementation through guided laboratory exercises
• Industry professionals
• Guest speakers
• Live briefs
• Research placements
• Cyber-specific careers events

Careers:

• Cyber security analyst
• Digital forensics investigator
• Ethical hacker
• Security consultant
• Network security engineer

Other:

• Industry-standard facilities
• State-of-the-art teaching facilities
• Networking equipment racks
• Ethical hacking and IoT devices
• Digital forensics labs
• Accredited partnerships with CompTIA and Cisco
• Opportunity for a placement year
• Ongoing careers and employability support
• Business support and mentoring through start-up hub

Domestic students (UK students starting 2024/25): £9,250 per year (full-time) International students (non-EU students starting 2024/25): £16,700 per year (full-time)