Course summary
Learn the importance of network security and in future you could be protecting organizations from cyberattacks. BEng (Hons) Cybersecurity and Forensics has been awarded full undergraduate certification from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – the first undergraduate course in the UK to achieve full accreditation. Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career. Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of security and forensics, software development and computer networks. After four years, you’ll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems. In the computing career market, the demand for security engineers is increasing. As a graduate, you’ll have the wide range of skills plus the specialised expertise in data security needed to move into a variety of roles. Please visit our website for full course and module details.
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
- Course code:
- GG57
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Merchiston Campus
- Campus code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - ABBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H3
Scottish HNC - Pass
T Level - M
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements HNC - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing, Computer Networking or Computer Networking & Internet Technology with A in the graded unit. SQA Advanced Higher - BBC to include one of the following at Higher: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics. A Level - BBB to include one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics. BTEC Extended Diploma - DDD in a related subject. Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements. HND - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing: Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module), Computer Networking & Internet Technology (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) or HND Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) with Grade B at SCQF. Other HNC/D qualifications may be considered please contact [email protected] for advice.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher - BBCC
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17520 | Year 1 |
| International | £17520 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Edinburgh Napier University
219 Colinton Road
Edinburgh
EH14 1DJ