BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

CEH training offers: Hands-on experience; Compliance adherence. Professional networking, fostering ethical hacking practices and enhancing cybersecurity awareness. Beyond the technical aspects, CEH certification offers an interesting and rewarding path. You'll confront new challenges while safeguarding digital assets responsibly and ethically.

Department: Computer Science | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Topics include: Computer security; Development of secure systems and networks; Cybersecurity; Practical aspects of digital forensics. As part of your studies, you'll get the chance to achieve the status of ‘Certified Ethical Hacker’ (CEH). The learning materials for the professional certification are embedded in the course modules.

Career pathways

This course covers computer science, cybersecurity and digital forensics, increasing your career options.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96–112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. The overall grade for the T Level must be a pass with a core grade C or above in a science-related subject. We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. Please note, we don't accept AS/A Level General Studies. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/bsc-hons-cybersecurity-digital-forensics#apply

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