BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics
Key Information
Total Credits: 480, Each year: 120 credits
Duration
Four years full time
World University Ranking : 800 – 1000th
Course Summary
This programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, policies, and procedures used to protect computer systems and networks from unauthorised access, and to gather and analyse digital evidence in the event of a cyber-attack or data breach. The curriculum will cover a wide range of topics such as incident response, digital forensics, and legal issues related to cybercrime.
Key Features
- Defensive Programming Techniques, Incident Response & Malware Analysis
- Wireless Networks Security, Web Applications Security
- Cloud Computing, Mobile Forensics.
Career Focused
- Graduates can pursue careers in network security, incident response, digital forensics, and information security management. They can work in various industries such as finance, healthcare, and defense.
- You can consider the following job titles: Cybersecurity analyst, Network security engineer, Penetration tester, Digital Forensics Investigator, Incident response analyst and more.
- Developing Skills valued by Employers- To make sure you stand out to prospective employers, we employ expert academics who maintain close links with industry. In this way we can ensure that you leave us with the latest skills and knowledge that your chosen career requires.
- Skill Oriented Courses- We provide a number of skill specific courses in conjunction with industry partner.
Entry Requirements
Academic Level
- Higher Secondary Education Board (HSEB)-10+2/CBSE with 55% (GPA 2.4) or equivalent
- For A Levels, a minimum of 3.5 credits with 3 full credits*
*Any other qualification must be approved by the Course Leader before being accepted