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BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Cyber Security and Digital Forensics BSc at Middlesex University London is designed for students who wish to protect digital assets and combat cybercrime. This programme provides a thorough grounding in modern comput…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The Cyber Security and Digital Forensics BSc at Middlesex University London is designed for students who wish to protect digital assets and combat cybercrime. This programme provides a thorough grounding in modern computing, including programming, network security, and digital investigation. Students will learn to identify vulnerabilities, assess threats, and develop strategies to mitigate risks, while also gaining skills in evidence management and forensic analysis. The course is available as a three-year full-time programme, with an optional four-year route that includes a paid, year-long industrial placement to build professional experience. Part-time study options are also available. Through a blend of workshops, laboratory sessions, and individual projects, students will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard software and hardware. Whether you are interested in ethical hacking, network administration, or digital forensics, this course equips you with the technical, legal, and ethical knowledge required to excel in this fast-growing field. The institution reserves the right to adjust course content to maintain academic standards.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

UCAS Points: 80-112 UCAS points including Grade 4/C in English and Mathematics A-level: BB-BBC BTEC: MMP-DMM Access requirements: Overall pass including 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher

English Language Requirements

Grade 4/C in English

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Computer Systems Architecture and Operating Systems30 Credits Credits
Programming for Data Communication and Networks30 Credits Credits
Computer Networks30 Credits Credits
Information in Organisations30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Internet of Things30 Credits Credits
Secure Web Technologies30 Credits Credits
Digital Incident Scene Investigation and Analysis30 Credits Credits
Project Management and Professional Practice30 Credits Credits

Year 3 (Optional Placement)

Supervised Industrial Placement – Optional120 Credits Credits

Final Year

Computer Security and Ethical Hacking30 Credits Credits
Memory Analysis30 Credits Credits
Individual Project30 Credits Credits
Advanced Topics in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence30 Credits Credits
Defensive Security – Optional30 Credits Credits
Blockchain Engineering and Analytics – Optional30 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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