BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, an undergraduate degree focused on digital investigation, security principles, and the technical mechanisms behind cyber crime prevention. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Project Management, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Global & Comparative Perspective. Students can optionally undertake a year abroad. The first year covers core fundamentals through Computing Fundamentals, Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics, and Programming I: Thinking Like a Programmer. The second year progresses to Ethical Hacking and Computing Systems, alongside optional modules such as Database Driven Application Development and Networking Concepts. The final year involves compulsory study in Cryptography and Network Security, Threat Hunting, Analysis and Mitigation, and an Individual Project, with further choices including Digital Entrepreneurship and Software Development Practice.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points A-levels, a BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM), or a BTEC National Diploma (D*D*) in a computing, science, engineering or mathematics subject area. Applications from those that have undertaken a foundation year in Computing will be considered. We will also consider a range of alternative Level 3 qualifications, such as an Access Course in a relevant Science, Computing, Maths or Engineering subject, which has been passed with 112 UCAS points. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
What students say
Based on about 25 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 130 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 82%
- Left higher education: 13%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 26%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 9%
- Administrative occupations: 6%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 65%
- South East: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 75 students who started
- A levels: 88%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
- Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Industrial Placement
- Programming I: Thinking Like a Programmer
- Computing Fundamentals
- Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics
- Professional Environments 1
- Ethical Hacking
- Computing Systems
- Professional Environments 2
- Database Driven Application Development
- Networking Concepts
- Cryptography and Network Security
- Threat Hunting, Analysis and Mitigation
- Individual Project
- Future Skills Apply
- Internet Protocols and Services
- Software Development Practice
- Digital Entrepreneurship
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £43,000. The £36,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Software engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University?
The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at Kingston University?
82% of students continued into their second year, and 13% left higher education.