
Cyber Security and Digital Forensics BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Cyber Security and Digital Forensics BSc (Hons)
Course summary
Study cybercrime prevention, conduct digital investigations, and gain practical experience using industry-standard software, with the added opportunity for a year-long, paid placement to enhance your career prospects. You’ll learn to identify vulnerabilities, assess threats, and develop strategies to mitigate risks, while also acquiring the skills to gather, analyse, and present data for digital investigations. This course will set you up for an exciting and important career in cybersecurity, computer networks, postgraduate study, or otherwise. <...
<strong>Course summary</strong> <br/>Study cybercrime prevention, conduct digital investigations, and gain practical experience using industry-standard software, with the added opportunity for a year-long, paid placement to enhance your career prospects. You’ll learn to identify vulnerabilities, assess threats, and develop strategies to mitigate risks, while also acquiring the skills to gather, analyse, and present data for digital investigations. This course will set you up for an exciting and important career in cybersecurity, computer networks, postgraduate study, or otherwise. <br/><br/><strong>Why study Cyber Security and Digital Forensics at Middlesex?</strong> <br/>Gain expert knowledge: Learn the fundamentals of computer networks, programming, databases and computer communication. Work on on real-life scenarios, build encrypted web pages, learn about ethical hacking and how to detect intrusion or malware. <br/><br/>Follow industry trends: Stay on top of the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity through exploring artificial intelligence, machine learning, National Language Processing and much more. <br/><br/>Achieve industry-Recognised Certifications: Alongside your learning you can work towards certifications that will enhance your career prospects, such as Cisco’s Certified Network Association (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). <br/><br/>Cutting-edge facilities: Youll have access to our excellent facilities, including advanced equipment and software that will support your studies. We have an internetworking lab equipped with Cisco units, Blade services, high-end simulation software, and industry-standard telecommunications equipment. <br/><br/><strong>What will you learn?</strong> <br/>You will learn areas such as programming, networks, and IT security, equipping you with expert knowledge in the technological, ethical, and legal aspects of cyber security. Youll explore key topics like security, encryption, operating systems, and information systems. Apply your learning in real-world scenarios and and opt for a work placement to gain hands-on experience in the field. <br/><br/><strong>Modules</strong> <br/>For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/cyber-security-and-digital-forensics-bsc/
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Study Mode
Part-time
Duration
6 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Hendon Campus
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Codes/info
Course Code
I118
Institution Code
M80
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above
A level
B,B,C
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £16,600 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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