BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Computer Forensics at Canterbury Christ Church University

In today's digital world, cyber threats are evolving rapidly, making cyber security and forensic investigation critical skills in safeguarding individuals, businesses, and governments. This Cyber Security and Computer Forensics degree will give you the essential knowledge and practical skills to protect digital systems, investigate cybercrime, and combat evolving online threats.

Faculty: School of Sciences, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering, and Sport  |  Department: Engineering and Computing  |  Duration: 3 years (Full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Grasp cyber security fundamentals and learn how to identify, analyse, and respond to security threats. Learn the tools and techniques behind ethical hacking and penetration testing. Core modules include Year 1: Software Development, Introduction to Computing, Computer Systems, Emerging Technologies, Success Modules; Year 2: Computer Security and Forensics, Web Programming and Databases, Interdisciplinary Modules, Employability Modules; Year 3: Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking, Research Informed Practice, Digital Investigation and Data Recovery, Computing Major Project.

Career pathways

The increasing reliance on digital systems and the growing number of cyber threats have created a high demand for professionals with expertise in security, investigation, and data protection. Potential career paths include: Cybersecurity Analyst, Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker), Security Engineer, Security Consultant, Incident Response Analyst, Cloud Security Specialist, Cryptographer, Digital Forensics Investigator.

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