Canterbury Christ Church University

BSc Computer Forensics and Security with Foundation Year

Canterbury Christ Church University

Course overview

This four-year BSc in Computer Forensics and Security with a foundation year helps students who don't meet direct entry requirements for a full degree.

This course provides foundational skills and knowledge to progress to the full degree, focusing on digital system protection, cybercrime investigation, and combating online threats.

The program covers cybersecurity basics, ethical hacking, and network and data security. It uses the CDIO model, incorporating real-world projects, lectures, seminars, and labs for hands-on experience. Assessment includes coursework, project work, and class tests. An optional industry year is available after the second year.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and a detailed research proposal, with an optional CV, to show their suitability for the course.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need up to 64 UCAS points (A-levels (e.g., DDE) or a BTEC Extended Diploma) 
  • Applicants also need a GCSE pass in English Language and Mathematics at Grade C (4) or above, or an equivalent qualification.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants for PhD programmes need an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0 or above, with no individual component score below 5.5. 
  • PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.
  • The University of Surrey offers pre-sessional English language courses to help you reach the necessary level.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    You will receive £2,000.

    Up to £2,000

  • CCCU Alumni Discount

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Funding for Horticulture MSc by Research

    This funding will cover at least the fees for the course for home students, with some funding left over for living costs.

  • International Student Scholarship

    You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.

    Up to £1,500

  • Partner Schools Award

    You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

    Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Computer Forensics and Security with Foundation Year programme are ready for Careers in:

  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Digital Forensics Technician
  • IT Security Support
  • Network Security Assistant
  • Incident Response Support
  • Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst

Cost of study

For international students, the tuition fee for the BSc Computer Forensics and Security with Foundation Year programme at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500 per year for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Admission

Undergraduates can use UCAS to apply for the BSc Computer Forensics and Security with Foundation Year programme. Please get in touch with our trained counsellors for assistance.

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