Computing

BSc ( Hons ) Cyber Security and Forensic Computing

What ’ s this course about ?

Digital security breaches can bring down banks , hospitals and governments . But you can join the fight against cybercrime . Investigate cyberattacks , expose flaws in security systems and stop hackers in their tracks . Use ethical hacking to secure the operating systems of global companies . Become an expert in malware forensics and cryptography . Build technical and investigative skills to break down security systems , expose gaps in security and identify cyber intruders . Learn how to investigate cybercrime for the police and see a case through to court .

Duration

UCAS CODE : I901

3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement

Requirements

112 – 120 points from 2 or 3 A levels , or equivalent , to include a relevant subject .

Accreditation

British Computer Society

BSc ( Hons ) Counter Terrorism , Intelligence and Cybercrime

What ’ s this course about ?

Terrorists and cybercriminals are a growing and constant menace to world security . Learn how to understand , analyse and fight this threat on the international stage as you study in the UK and Australia . You ’ ll develop the skills , knowledge and tech know-how to help protect communities , businesses and government organisations from terrorism and cybercrime . In year 3 , you ’ ll experience how Australian authorities deal with these threats when you spend a year studying at Edith Cowan University ( ECU ) in Perth , Australia .

Study a year in Australia

Duration

3.5 years full time with a year abroad

Requirements

120 – 136 points from 3 A levels or equivalent .

Additional information

UCAS CODE : L312

By choosing certain optional modules on this course , you can get credit towards the pre-entry qualifications for a career as a Trainee Probation Officer or Police Officer .

Criminology , Cybercrime and Forensics

BSc ( Hons ) Data Science and Analytics

What ’ s this course about ?

UCAS CODE : I1G3

Duration

BSc ( Hons ) Criminology and Criminal Justice

UCAS CODE : M930

Global businesses , social media companies , financial institutions , the healthcare sector and governments all rely on data to inform business-critical decisions . Learn to confidently analyse the vast amounts of data available and use databases , systems and analytical tools , such as the Relational Model and structured query language ( SQL ), to identify insights and trends that benefit businesses . Find out how the same systems can be used to identify patterns in medical data , to predict disease or recovery , or in the fight against climate change , through analysing soil data or marine biology .

BSc ( Hons ) Software Engineering

What ’ s this course about ?

Create software that could help save lives – and even the planet . Software powers society , from smartphone apps and laptops to healthcare systems and cyber security . This degree will help you master the software development process , from inception to maintenance , so you can play an integral role in the future of society . You ’ ll develop systems across diverse infrastructure and build the confidence to discuss complex solutions to issues around software application , such as security considerations and how user lifestyles impact the evolution of software engineering .

3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement

Requirements

112 – 120 points from 2 or 3 A levels , or equivalent , to include a relevant subject .

Accreditation

British Computer Society

UCAS CODE : G600

Duration

3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement

Requirements

112 – 120 points from 2 or 3 A levels , or equivalent , to include a relevant subject .

Accreditation

British Computer Society

What ’ s this course about ?

Why do people commit crimes ? And what should we do about it ? This degree asks questions about the causes and consequences of crime . As you become an expert on the criminal justice system in England and Wales and beyond , you ’ ll develop skills for a range of careers from policing and prisons , to probation and rehabilitation , as well as roles fighting fraud in the private sector or influencing Government policy .

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Duration

3 years full time , 4 years sandwich with work placement

Requirements

112 – 120 points from 3 A levels , or equivalent .

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Additional information

As a Criminology and Criminal Justice ( CCJ ) student you have access to four modules that are linked to the Professional Qualification in Probation . Completing these four modules as a CCJ student reduces the amount of time you spend working towards your Professional Qualification in Probation from 21 months to 15 months .

The module Economic Crime and Fraud Examination is recognised by ACFE ( a global professional body for counter fraud professionals ) and undertaking it provides opportunities for full-time students to complete the Certified Fraud Examiner qualification at a subsidised rate .