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Cyber Security and Forensics
- BEng (Hon)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 08/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Merchiston Campus
Course summary
Learn the importance of network security and in future you could be protecting organizations from cyberattacks.
BEng (Hons) Cybersecurity and Forensics has been awarded full undergraduate certification from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – the first undergraduate course in the UK to achieve full accreditation.
Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career.
Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of security and forensics, software development and computer networks. After four years, you’ll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems.
In the computing career market, the demand for security engineers is increasing. As a graduate, you’ll have the wide range of skills plus the specialised expertise in data security needed to move into a variety of roles.
Please visit our website for full course and module details.
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- GG57
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Merchiston Campus
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBC
GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Minimum grades DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit) in a related subject.
GCSE Maths at Grade C/4
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 30 Credits at Merit & 15 Distinction.
Maths required at Level 2 or equivalent.
Scottish Higher - ABBB
National 5 C in Maths
If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction* Distinction*) or DD (Distinction, Distinction) and A Level grade C.
GCSE grade C/4 in Maths.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 5.
SL Maths grade 4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H3
Grades H2, H2, H2, H3 at Higher Level.
Grade O4 at Ordinary Level in Maths
Scottish HNC - Pass
HNC with C in the graded unit in one of the following; Cyber Security, Computer Networking, Computer Networking & Internet Technology, Computing.
Unrelated HNCs may be considered and in addition have National 5 C Maths
T Level - M
T Level must be in: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Information & Communication Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology, Psychology, Maths, Physics or any qualification with Science in the title OR additional A-Level in one of these subjects at grade B. GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths is also required.
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements
HNC - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing, Computer Networking or Computer Networking & Internet Technology with A in the graded unit.
SQA Advanced Higher - BBC to include one of the following at Higher: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics.
A Level - BBB to include one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics.
BTEC Extended Diploma - DDD in a related subject.
Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements.
HND - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing: Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module), Computer Networking & Internet Technology (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) or HND Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) with Grade B at SCQF.
Other HNC/D qualifications may be considered please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk for advice.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher - BBCC
National 5 grade C in Maths also required.
The grades listed above are our minimum entry requirements for applicants who meet our widening participation criteria. For further information about our entry requirements and our widening participation criteria as outlined within our Contextual Admissions Policy please visit our website.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. |
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20310 | Year 1 |
| International | £20310 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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