Overview

The Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics (Hons) programme of the University of Sunderland is excellent preparation for jobs in cybersecurity and digital forensics, which is a rapidly growing area given the rise in computer-related crime. At the same time, the course also covers all the fundamentals of computing, leaving your career options open.

Topics include computer security, development of secure systems and networks, cybersecurity and practical aspects of digital forensics.

Careers

Our graduates have gone on to become web programmers, IT managers, information analysts and software developers. Employers that have taken on our graduates include Sage, British Airways and the NHS. Other graduates have started their own businesses or become software contractors earning over £50,000 a year.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Software Engineering
Computer Systems Architecture
Software Development
Web Applications and Data Management
Network
Advanced Cybersecurity

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

360-480

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Forensic Science Cyber Security View 185 other Bachelors in Cyber Security 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

IELTS

6

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

8 or above including the English examination durisng Bac at B2 level

English language requirements

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Tuition Fee

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International

16000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16000 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Sunderland

758 - 1438 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Sunderland

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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