BSc Cyber Security and Forensics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security and Forensics BSc (Hons), a software engineering degree focused on network security, digital investigation, and defensive systems. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students complete an independent final project in the final year. The first year introduces foundational principles through Applied Mathematics, Foundations of Professional Computing, Introduction to Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, Introduction to Networks, Web Design and Development, and Programming for Cyber and Digital Forensics. The second year advances into specialized technical methods through Applied Cryptography, Digital Forensics, Network Penetration Testing, Risk Management and IT Governance, and Web Application Penetration Testing, alongside optional choices such as Data Visualisation and Communication, Human Computer Interaction and User Experience, and Operating Systems. The final year covers complex investigative and defensive techniques via Cyber Security and Forensics Final Project, Incident Response and Malware Analysis, and Wireless Networks Security. Optional modules in the final year include Advanced Penetration Testing, AI in Cyber Security, Cyber Security Threats and Counter Measures, and Defensive programming techniques.
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Entry requirements
A levels – CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 96 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM. BTEC Diploma – DD. Access – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher Level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 2, SL & HL - IB MYP 3. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combination of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
What students say
Based on about 40 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 74%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 155 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 73%
- Gained a higher qualification: 12%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 58 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 13%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 29%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 9%
- Elementary occupations: 9%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 360 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 84%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Mathematics
- Foundations of Professional Computing
- Introduction to Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
- Introduction to Networks
- Web Design and Development
- Programming for Cyber and Digital Forensics
- Applied Cryptography
- Digital Forensics
- Network Penetration Testing
- Risk Management and IT Governance
- Web Application Penetration Testing
- Data Visualisation and Communication
- Human Computer Interaction and User Experience
- Operating Systems
- Cyber Security and Forensics Final Project
- Incident Response and Malware Analysis
- Wireless Networks Security
- Advanced Penetration Testing
- AI in Cyber Security
- Cyber Security Threats and Counter Measures
- Defensive programming techniques
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £38,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £53,500. The £38,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster do next?
82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster?
77% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
Does BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Cyber Security and Forensics at University of Westminster?
73% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.