Computer Science with Digital Forensics BSc (Hons)
Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK
Course overview
How do investigators catch hackers, trace digital forensics or recover hidden evidence? Develop the skills to combat the global rise of cybercrime on our Computer Science with Digital Forensics BSc. Experts in digital forensics are in high demand, and you’ll gain essential skills in areas such as digital investigations, cybersecurity, criminal justice, data recovery and reverse engineering, preparing you for exciting careers or further study.
Key highlights
- Skills in digital investigations, cybersecurity and criminal justice
- Training in data recovery and reverse engineering techniques
- Focus on combating the global rise of cybercrime
- Option of an international or placement year
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB — A Level: BBB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Merit Subject specifics apply
- BTEC: DDM — A Level: BBB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Merit Subject specifics apply
- T-level: Merit — A Level: BBB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Merit Subject specifics apply
Scholarships
Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships
A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.
International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship
Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Up to £1,000Placement Bursary Initiative
The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.
The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)
Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)
Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Digital forensics analyst
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Digital forensic investigator
- Incident response analyst
- Penetration tester
- Software developer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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