Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc Full-time 3 Years LawPolicingSoftware engineering

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

96 - 112 points

About this course

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 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.

Why study with us?

  • You will use our outstanding facilities for immersive learning; including our Hydra Minerva Suite, scenes of crime houses and computer labs.

  • You can take an optional industrial placement year; gaining valuable experience to complement your classroom learning.

  • You will be taught by academics with a wide range of backgrounds, including former police investigators, ethics hackers and computing professionals.

    What You'll Do

  • You will work on scenario-based assessments based on what is happening within the real-world.

  • 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.

  • You will have close support and supervision at all stages of the course.

    Future Careers 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.

    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.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 112 points
    BTEC MMM - DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc

    Location: Preston

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc

    Location: Preston

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    1172 Social services managers and directors

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science - BSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Law, Policing, Software engineering

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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