BSc Digital Forensics
Course overview
The BSc Digital Forensics at the University of South Wales is a course that teaches students how to find and use digital information (data) to solve crimes. When crimes happen online or are planned using computers, digital forensics is very important for finding the people who are responsible and proving what happened.
Studying BSc Digital Forensics from the University of South Wales helps you learn the skills needed to solve online problems that affect society and businesses. You will learn skills such as gathering evidence, looking closely at digital data, recreating digital events (like figuring out how an attack happened), and speaking in court as a trusted witness.
In the first year, students learn the basic ideas of computing. This includes understanding tools for cybersecurity and how to manage information safely. Right from the start, students take the ideas they learn in the classroom and immediately practice them with hands-on exercises. The second year then uses this basic knowledge to focus more deeply on the different areas of digital forensics and technical skills. In the third year, you will improve your skills even more by working on your own individual project.
The university has special, high-specification labs which are like a digital playground. Here, you will do investigations, practice responding to fake live attacks, and be trained as an expert witness. The labs have a separate cyber network so you can safely practice things like password cracking and malware analysis without affecting the main university network. This practical training prepares you for a career fighting cybercrime.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- To be eligible for this course, you need to have a UCAS tariff score of 104 points.
- This score can be obtained through qualifications such as grades BCC in A-level, grades DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma, and a Pass in both T-level and Access to HE.
English Proficiency:
- International students whose first language is not English are to demonstrate proficiency in English by having an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
- Equivalent tests are also accepted.
Scholarships
Chancellors International Development Scholarships
International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Up to £2,500Course Kit Bursaries
We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.
International Office Scholarship
Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.
Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship
USW Scholarship £1000
The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £1,000USW Scholarship £250
The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £250USW Summer School
Please contact the provider.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Digital Forensics from the University of South Wales are fit for employment in career roles such as the following:
- Digital Forensics Investigator
- Cyber Threat Analyst
- Malware Analyst
- Incident Response Analyst
- Law Enforcement Agent
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study the BSc Digital Forensics in the University of South Wales is £17,200. Kindly note that fees are paid annually and are, therefore, subject to change.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made directly to the university through its online application platform or through UCAS. If you have any questions about this process, feel free to contact any of our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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