Overview

This Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics (Hons) course at University of Sunderland covers computer science, cybersecurity and digital forensics, increasing your career options.

Topics include:

Computer security
Development of secure systems and networks
Cybersecurity
Practical aspects of digital forensics.

As part of your studies, you'll get the chance to achieve the status of ‘Certified Ethical Hacker’ (CEH). The learning materials for the professional certification are embedded in the course modules.

As cyber threats continue to escalate, gaining CEH status brings many advantages. It offers career opportunities to command higher salaries and ensure job stability. It also serves as a prominent marker of cybersecurity expertise. This validates your ability to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities in digital systems.

CEH training offers:

Hands-on experience
Compliance adherence
Professional networking, fostering ethical hacking practices and enhancing cybersecurity awareness.

Beyond the technical aspects, CEH certification offers an interesting and rewarding path. You'll confront new challenges while safeguarding digital assets responsibly and ethically.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programming and Software Development
Full Stack Web Development
Cybersecurity
Computer Systems and Networks
Secure Computer Networks
Security and Forensic Analysis

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

360-480

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Forensic Science Cyber Security View 195 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

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Our typical offer is 96–112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. The overall grade for the T Level must be a pass with a core grade C or above in a science-related subject.
We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications.
Please note, we don't accept AS/A Level General Studies.
You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17500 GBP / year

≈ 17500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

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

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