University of Kent

Criminology with Cybercrime - BSc (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Criminology with Cybercrime at Kent tackles one of today’s biggest challenges: how crime is evolving in the digital age – and how we can respond. You’ll build a solid grounding in criminological theory and learn the key coding and digital skills needed to understand the technological side of cybercrime. During the course, you’ll deepen your knowledge of both fields, exploring contemporary issues in criminology while also developing your understanding of cyber security.

You’ll have the flexibility to choose from a range of optional modules across criminology, computing and law. As you bring these perspectives together, you’ll explore how criminologists and computer scientists work together to solve real-world problems. You’ll also apply your knowledge to a variety of cyber-related case studies, gaining the insight and confidence to tackle the complex challenges of digital crime.

You’ll learn from criminologists and computer scientists whose research covers everything from online fraud and hacking to digital policing, dark web markets and cyber security. You’ll also gain valuable hands-on experience through real-world, case-based projects and you’ll have the opportunity to work with partner organisations. Whether you want to shape policy, work in cyber security, join the criminal justice system, or build a career in tech, our course gives you the knowledge and skills to thrive in one of the fastest-growing areas of criminology.

Key highlights

  • Combines criminological theory with practical coding and digital skills
  • Optional modules available across criminology, computing and law
  • Taught by criminologists and computer scientists researching hacking and fraud
  • Research expertise spans digital policing, dark web markets and cyber security
  • Hands-on case-based projects and opportunities with partner organisations
  • Option to add a year abroad or year in industry

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BBB — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BCC — contextual offer
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
  • UCAS tariff points: 120 — IB 120 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 or equivalent View all requirements

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • Cyber security analyst
  • Cybercrime investigator
  • Digital forensics analyst
  • Police officer
  • Policy adviser
  • Fraud analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,300 per year

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 University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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