Cyber Security with Digital Forensics (with Foundation Year option)

Interested in using ethical hacking to identify security problems, and developing solutions that fix them?

Why study BSc (Hons) Cyber Security with Digital Forensics at BU?

• Develop the versatility and personal qualities to manage, implement and assess the security of business activities in global context

• Build and improve your applied technical skills to weaponise technology to prevent or respond to security incidents in any organisation

• Engage in a series of practical, industry-focused tasks and co-participate in a range of research projects, not only with BU staff but experts from other institutions and industries in the UK and Europe.

• Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one.

• You’ll be qualified to work as an IT security professional in all sectors where cyber security plays a critical role

• Typical graduation roles include police digital forensics investigator, digital forensics consultant, mobile security advisor, information security analyst or cyber security analyst

Foundation Year: We have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the technical skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree.

Course accreditation

Following our recent UG course periodic review completed in 2022, we are currently working with BCS to accredit all new courses with a view for all courses to have backdated accreditation to the first year they started running.