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**Course Summary**
Do you like the idea of investigating, and solving, high-tech crimes? The Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics course combines investigation and computer science skills to create the next generation of digital investigators.
The Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics degree brings together modules from the school of Law and Policing and the School of Computing to create a programme of study ideally suited for students seeking a career investigating digital crime. With exciting careers available in both the private sector and public sector...
**Course Summary**<br/>Do you like the idea of investigating, and solving, high-tech crimes? The Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics course combines investigation and computer science skills to create the next generation of digital investigators. <br/><br/>The Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics degree brings together modules from the school of Law and Policing and the School of Computing to create a programme of study ideally suited for students seeking a career investigating digital crime. With exciting careers available in both the private sector and public sectors, this course has been designed to meet the demands of a modern society. The “Policing Vision 2025” identifies the necessity of developing digital investigation and intelligence capabilities within the police. On this course you will cover modules surrounding academic skills, investigation skills, intelligence gathering and analysis, computer networking and cyber security. <br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/>- You will use our outstanding facilities for immersive learning; including our Hydra Minerva Suite, scenes of crime houses and computer labs.<br/><br/><br/>- You can take an optional industrial placement year; gaining valuable experience to complement your classroom learning.<br/><br/><br/>- You will be taught by academics with a wide range of backgrounds, including former police investigators, ethics hackers and computing professionals.<br/><br/><br/>**What Youll do** <br/>- You will work on scenario-based assessments based on what is happening within the real-world. <br/><br/><br/>- You can practice your investigation skills within our Missing Person Investigation Unit or our public facing Cyber Clinic; or you can join our Women in Cyber Security group.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have close support and supervision at all stages of the course<br/><br/><br/>**Future Careers** <br/>Students undertaking the Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics degree course will have the opportunity to undertake many exciting careers in both the public and private sector.<br/><br/>Public sector careers may involve working for the Police or other investigative body, such as the National Crime Agency or Serious Fraud Office. Private sector careers may involve working for civil litigation companies within the “eDisclosure/eDiscovery” industry. This typically involves working with large forensic accounting companies. Nowadays, most (if not all) companies use digital storage systems and may face the prospect of becoming a victim of a cyber-attack. Working alongside preventative cyber-security specialists to provide a reactive response will enable companies to take remedial action through the court system.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
FG15
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation, Year 1
UCAS TariffAccess to HE DiplomaPass Access to HE Diploma with 64 UCAS points. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme64 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MPP GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSEs at grade C/4 including Maths and English Language or equivalent Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)A level64 UCAS points from A2. T LevelPass (D or E) |
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