Course overview
Combines cyber defence with digital forensics, teaching you how attacks happen and how to investigate them.
This is a Level 7 postgraduate course, usually completed in one year of full-time study.
What you’ll study
Typical topics include:
- Digital forensic investigation
- Network security
- Malware analysis
- Security law and ethics
- Dissertation
Exact modules vary by institution — your adviser will share the full module list for the place you choose.
Entry requirements
- A UK bachelor’s degree (usually 2:2 or above) or an international equivalent
- Relevant work experience may be considered if you don’t meet the usual grades
- International applicants: English at IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent
- A personal statement and an up-to-date CV
Career paths
- Digital forensics analyst
- Cyber security analyst
- Incident responder
- Security consultant
How UEC helps
Our advisers are free for students. We check your eligibility, compare the institutions offering this course, help with your application, assessment and interview, and guide you through Student Finance.
