BachelorRecommended

Bachelor of Cyber Security and Forensic Computing

London, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Cyber Security and Forensic Computing (Top-up) is a full-time, On-campus bachelor degree taught in Singapore in partnership with University of Portsmouth.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Cyber Security and Forensic Computing.

Career outcomes

Cloud Infrastructure Consultant
Computer Forensic Investigator
Cyber Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Security Analyst
Digital Forensic Examiner
Digital Forensics Specialist
Penetration Tester
Threat Hunter

Curriculum

Full-time 18-month programme of 11 modules. Covers Data Structures and Algorithms
Ethical Hacking
Forensic Fundamentals
Internet of Things
Malware Forensics
Operating Systems and Internetworking
Security and Cryptography
Security Management
Virtualisation and Cloud Design. Assessed through coursework
Projects and examinations.

Entry requirements

Academic

240 credits with at least a Merit from a Higher National Diploma (HND)
At least 2:2 (or equivalent) from a Foundation Degree (FdA/ FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject
240 credits at least 2:2 (or equivalent) from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution.

Accepted academic background

Level 3 qualification (two or three A levels or equivalent, IB Diploma, BTEC, Access course) or equivalent overseas secondary qualification set per country on the country-specific pages, GCSE English (and Maths where required) grade C/4 or equivalent, Top-up courses need 240 credits from an HND, Foundation degree or equivalent international qualification (or years 1-2 of a degree) in a relevant subject.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
TOEFL iBT 72 (L17 R18 W17 S20)
PTE Academic 59 in each component
Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency grade C or above
Duolingo 105 (95 in Speaking

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements
Your country's qualification page
English requirements and the intake deadline (January 2027: 23 Nov 2026. September 2027: 23 Jul 2027). Apply direct via the Apply button on the course page (full-time students may also use UCAS). No application fee is stated. Send transcripts
Portfolio or written work if asked. Some countries need a compliance interview. Accept the offer and pay the deposit
At least 4
000 GBP (usually 50% of first-year fees). Request your CAS
Then apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Attend International Orientation and Welcome Week.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,500 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£4,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Holloway
Faculty or school	School of Computing and Digital Media
Department	Cyber Security and Forensic Computing (Top-up)
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	5 years
Scholarship note	International Bright Futures Scholarship: automatic 5,000 GBP tuition reduction for new full-time international fee-paying students at London campuses (page states 2026/27 starters, September 2027 terms not confirmed)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
23 Jul 2027
252 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.