BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Full-time

This course is excellent preparation for jobs in cybersecurity and digital forensics. It also covers the fundamentals of computer science. You'll study computer security, development of secure systems and networks, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.

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Start date/study mode:

UCAS codeFG45

Duration3 years

Fee (UK)£9,790

Fee (Int)£17,500

LocationOn campus

Course summary

This course covers computer science, cybersecurity and digital forensics, increasing your career options.

Topics include:

Computer security
Development of secure systems and networks
Cybersecurity
Practical aspects of digital forensics.

As part of your studies, you'll get the chance to achieve the status of ‘Certified Ethical Hacker’ (CEH). The learning materials for the professional certification are embedded in the course modules.

As cyber threats continue to escalate, gaining CEH status brings many advantages. It offers career opportunities to command higher salaries and ensure job stability. It also serves as a prominent marker of cybersecurity expertise. This validates your ability to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities in digital systems.

CEH training offers:

Hands-on experience
Compliance adherence
Professional networking, fostering ethical hacking practices and enhancing cybersecurity awareness.

Beyond the technical aspects, CEH certification offers an interesting and rewarding path. You'll confront new challenges while safeguarding digital assets responsibly and ethically.

Why Sunderland for Computer Science

I undertook my placement with Northumbria Police within the Digital Forensics Unit. This led to me landing a role with them as Digital Forensics Investigator after I graduated. I now work in the North East Regional Organised Crime Unit where I sit within the cybercrime department.
Charlotte Knill
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What you'll study

*Placements are subject to availability and placement providers may require an interview as part of the process. If successful, you'll remain an active student and will have access to a wide range of support from Graduate Prospects.

Many of our courses include a range of modules you can choose from. Some options may only be available if you’ve already studied specific modules. If you’re not sure what you need before picking a module, your course leader can help.

Undergraduate module credits should total 120 credits per academic year. If optional modules are available, choose an amount that totals 120 credits.

How you'll learn

Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars and laboratory sessions. We encourage you to develop independent study skills as well as work with other students on group projects.

Some assessments count towards your degree. There are also ongoing assessments to gather feedback and build on your learning.

Entry requirements

On-campus entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96–112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. The overall grade for the T Level must be a pass with a core grade C or above in a science-related subject.

We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications.

Please note, we don't accept AS/A Level General Studies.

You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

See how many points your qualifications are worth using the UCAS Tariff calculator(opens in new tab).

Our admissions policy uses a range of flexible options to support you to study with us. This may include a reduced offer of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points, (or equivalent). Find out if you're eligible for a tariff point reduction.

If English isn't your first language, please see our English language requirements.

Study Centre entry requirements

If you're studying at a study centre, please contact the centre directly for more information on their specific requirements and equivalent qualifications from outside the UK.

Fees and finance support

UK£9,790

International£17,500

Undergraduate fees are set according to rules from Government in line with forecast inflation. If you're a Home fee-paying student, the fee for your first year of study for 2026/27 will be £9,790. You'll pay tuition fees for every year of study. Fees may increase every year based on the Retail Price Index.

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Study Centre fees

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