Overview

On the Cyber Security with Forensics with Foundation Year (Honours) programme from Sheffield Hallam University you will study fundamental cyber security topics, including principles of security, computing, architecture and networking, databases, and programming.

You’ll also gain industry certifications such as the Cellebrite Certified Operator (CCO) certification and the Nuix Workstation Forensics Practitioner Foundations and Core certifications.

Key facts

Develop the skills to design and secure complex information systems.

Learn to respond appropriately to security incidents by gathering evidence.

Understand the legal and regulatory environment around complex information systems.

Study the principles employed in cyber security and digital forensics.

Use the latest digital forensics software and technologies employed in industry.

Careers and opportunities

This course prepares you for a career in

cyber security analysis

digital forensics consultancy

security consultancy

information security analysis

information security

incident response analysis

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Study Skills For Computing Students

Computer Systems And Networks

Professionalism And Employability

Software Development

Database Administration And Security

Digital Forensics Incident Response

Secure Network Services And Administration

Information Security Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

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UCAS deadline

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Forensic Science Cyber Security View 163 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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6

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UCAS points

80

This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example:

CDD at A Level

MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma

Pass overall from a T level qualification with C from core

A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.

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GCSE

English Language or English Literature at grade C or 4

Maths at grade C or 4

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18000 GBP / year

≈ 18000 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK: The tuition for national students is from last year. This year's tuition has not yet been confirmed

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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