Join us at Birmingham City University and study Digital Forensics in the UK. Our BSc (Hons) Digital Forensics course gives you access to study in our specialist Digital Forensics labs, all equipped to industry standards and run the latest software, meaning you can experience the most current technology and prepare yourself for the working world.
With digital forensics playing a critical role in the world of modern criminal and corporate investigations, studying Digital Forensics with us will help you develop the practical and professional skills needed by employers in the d...
Join us at Birmingham City University and study Digital Forensics in the UK. Our BSc (Hons) Digital Forensics course gives you access to study in our specialist Digital Forensics labs, all equipped to industry standards and run the latest software, meaning you can experience the most current technology and prepare yourself for the working world.<br/><br/>With digital forensics playing a critical role in the world of modern criminal and corporate investigations, studying Digital Forensics with us will help you develop the practical and professional skills needed by employers in the digital forensics, cyber security, law enforcement and the wider corporate sectors.<br/><br/>The course covers the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of data recovered from computers and digital devices to establish factual evidence. Our dedicated specialist Digital Forensics Laboratory hosts industry standard digital forensics software and tools. You will also develop the necessary legal, expert witness and professional skills required by employers.<br/><br/>**Professional Placement Year**<br/><br/>This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies.<br/><br/>If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.<br/><br/>Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Millennium Point Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
FG44
Institution Code
B25
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelB,B,C A Level: 112 UCAS tariff points / BBC (or equivalent). Must include one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing at A Level or level 3 equivalent. AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. UCAS Tariff112 Please note: If you qualify for our BCU Accelerate scheme, you could receive an offer that is two grades below our normal entry requirements. Scottish Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Maths at Advanced level. Access to HE DiplomaPass with 60 credits. At least 45 credits at level 3 with 18 credits with Merit or Distinction. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, or Computing. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. Required subjects: One of Computer Science, Chemistry, Design Technology or Physics at Higher Level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects. Required subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing at Higher Level. GCSE/National 4/National 5This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: One from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing. Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications. Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications. T LevelM Merit overall. Accepted subjects: Digital Production, Design and Development; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Media, Broadcast and Production. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,085 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |