9Dec
UndergraduateMiddlesex University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Overview Why study cyber security and digital forensics with us Our course is designed to equip you with theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Get to tailor your studies to focus on compliance management, cyber forensics, network security and more. Benefit from a flexible curriculum and gain industry-recognized certifications like Cisco's CCNA and CCNP. Explore real-world applications in our dedicated labs and secure a competitive edge in the dynamic IT security field. What will you learn? You will benefit from core modules covering programming, networks, and IT security, gaining expert knowledge in technological, ethical, regulatory, and legal aspects. Develop the skills to identify breaches, vulnerabilities, and threats, along with digital investigation proficiency. Beyond theory, our program emphasizes practical application through dedicated labs and real-world case studies. After Year 2, a work experience placement will further refine your abilities, preparing you to deal with legal implications, collect and analyse digital artefacts, and investigate unauthorized access or data breaches. How do we support your career development? Benefit from our personalized approach with a designated Personal Tutor during your undergraduate years. Receive academic writing, numeracy, and library skills support. Our Student Learning and Graduate Academic Assistants provide guidance based on their experience. Access assistance in CV writing, job entry planning, and industry connections. Join our esteemed alumni working in prominent companies such as Accenture, Grant Thornton, Eurofins Forensic Service, and more. Complete case studies mirroring real-world investigations, ensuring you're well-prepared for diverse career paths in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/
Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/cyber-security-and-digital-forensics-bsc/
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/cyber-security-and-digital-forensics-bsc/
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/cyber-security-and-digital-forensics-bsc/
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16600 | Year 1 |
| International | £16600 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
We want uni study to be an option for everyone with opportunities to make the most of your time as a student, even with the rising cost of living. We do everything we can to help you afford uni with access to money that you don’t have to pay back, reductions in costs of studying and personal financial advice. For more information about our financial support, visit: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/
Provider information
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT