Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Play an important role helping organisations manage cyber-attacks and investigate digital evidence.<br/><br/><strong>Why study cyber security and digital forensics?</strong><br/>Cybercrime is on the increase and set to keep growing as technology becomes more widespread.<br/><br/>High-level security breaches have led government, public services and corporations to dedicate more resources to computer security.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, digital forensics is providing a wealth of material for law enforcement for the police and businesses.<br/><br/>This has led the UK government to highlight an urgent need for skilled graduates in forensic computing.<br/><br/><strong>Why UWE Bristol?</strong><br/>Develop computer programming and database skills and expand your knowledge of computer networks, systems and the legal environment youll operate in.<br/><br/>Gain vital professional skills, such as using industry standard forensic and security tools. Build your industry network and knowledge at presentations from visiting professionals.<br/><br/>Apply what youve learnt to practical projects, including investigating computer crimes and assessing the integrity of forensic data and computer security systems.<br/><br/>High demand for your skills will enable you to choose a placement from a range of specialisms.<br/><br/>Designed to help you settle into university life, our Foundation Year builds your skills and confidence, setting you up for success throughout your studies.<br/><br/><strong>Where can it take me?</strong><br/>Choose from careers in government and the private or public sector.<br/><br/>Roles can be within forensics and security teams, legal practices or the police and related organisations.