BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensic Computing (Top-up) (Metropolitan)
Description
This is a top-up version of our Cyber Security and Forensic Computing BSc degree. A top-up degree is the final year (Level 6) of an undergraduate degree course and is for those who have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, or those wishing to study the final year of their degree in London. The Cyber Security and Forensic Computing (Top-up) BSc is an inclusive course that has a strong focus on cyber security and forensic investigation, expanding on the career led BSc programme. You'll have the opportunity to develop skills in cyber security technology, which will lead to an undergraduate degree completion and an entry into the professional world that it brings.
Intakes
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Entry Requirements
From Level 3 BTEC(112 New UCAS Points) or Minimal 12 Classes Certificate or Baccalaureate Diploma and English Certificate equivalent IELTS 5.5 or Functional Skills English Level 2 or minimal 8 at English Baccalaureate Test(if you have English as one of the subjects) or English Linguistic Competencies with B2 on: Writing, Speaking, Reading, Listening. If you don't have any English certificate, you can apply and we can advise you how you can achieve it or you can have an internal English Test at the University. If you are not sure apply and we will design for you a path to achieve it.
Entry Required Documents
You need to upload one of the documents: National ID or a valid Passport(expiring date not early than 6 months)
For the students who want to apply for Foundation Year, they can apply with 12 Classes Certificate, for EU students. For UK qualification from Level 3 BTEC(112 New UCAS Points). If you are not sure apply and we will design for you a path to achieve it because for mature students we have 'New Beginnings' Programmes or other funded alternative courses.
This can be avoided in certain situations. One of our operators will call you to find out if it is mandatory or not.
A personal statement is an essay that the student must write to apply to study at the university. Its purpose is to summarise your skills and experience and help you gain a place at your desired course. It must include the name of the university and the name of the course. You have to mention why are you applying to this particular university and what do you hope to achieve after the course, career wise. A well written personal statement will help you stand out in the crowd and secure you a place at your dream university. You can follow a specific guide to answer to some expected questions, however, you must not mention them in the essay. Have a clear, cursive structure and write a minimum of 500 words.
Assessment Methods
- INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
Modules
Top-Up Year
- Digital Crime Investigation
- Ethical Hacking
- Management Support Systems
- Network and Cloud Security
- Project
- Risk, Crisis and Security Management
Your career
You’ll complete this course ready to pursue a career in computer forensics and/or cyber security arena, or in the wider IT industry. Previous graduates have gone on to find employment as security/cyber analysts at companies such as MWR InfoSecurity, CACI, Cisco Systems and LGC Group. Potential employers include digital crime investigation companies, government agencies and the police force, as well as national and international organisations that need protection against digital crime.
£ 9250
Government funding
Full time
Part time
IT, Computing
Undergraduate degree
Level 6
1 Year
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