BSC (HONS) CYBER SECURITY AND DIGITAL FORENSICS

Programme overview

Why choose this programme?

Develop the skills to perform digital forensic analysis on devices and implement cyber security mechanisms into any business.

As part of this cyber security degree you'll:

Combine expertise in two fields of national importance
Analyse digital devices, such as hard drives, in computer forensics modules to identify and investigate their contents
Understand how to use your knowledge of computer systems and networks to protect businesses and users from malicious attacks in computer security modules
Learn practical investigative and hacking techniques
Use practical applications on our bespoke Hacktivity system that replicates real-world business systems and potential attacks

Access specialist software
You’ll build expertise in the use of digital forensic techniques and analysis through tools used in industry such as Encase and Cellebrite, and open-source variants such as Autopsy and FTK Imager. If you join the university’s Ethical Hacking Society, you’ll explore the very latest developments in digital security and attend talks from industry experts to enhance your learning.

Network with professionals
You’ll gain experience of preparing and presenting work for use by courts of law and industry customers. Attending conferences will give you the opportunity to network with professionals and enhance your career prospects. You may also have the option to work with local employers as clients for your final year project.

Cybercrime and Security Innovation Centre
Teaching staff on this cyber security course work with West Yorkshire Police to develop new ways of fighting cybercrime as part of our Cybercrime and Security Innovation Centre. This partnership gives you access to cutting-edge research, industry contacts, and invaluable insight into the real-world applications of computer security.

Placements
We work with organisations to find placement opportunities for you. Our links with the security industry, forensics field and law contacts provide you with opportunities to enhance your learning.

Study choices
You could extend your learning and earn a master’s qualification if you choose to study our four-year MEng Cyber Security & Digital Forensics. Alternatively, if you’d like to focus your study solely on cyber security, we offer the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security degree.
Why study the BSc Cyber Security & Digital Forensics course at Leeds Beckett University?

- Professionally accredited by the British Computer Society
- Access to specialist software â€" including Hacktivity and EnCase to enable you to put your knowledge into practice
- Industry partnerships â€" including working with West Yorkshire Police
- Opportunity to join the Ethical Hacking Society â€" share ideas with your peers
- Placement opportunities â€" enhance your learning and add experience to your CV

Our Graduate Promise

We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.

Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:

- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Interview skills and assessment centres
- Connecting with employers and organisations

We are ranked 13th Best UK University for Careers Service
(Student Crowd Awards, 2024 â€" the only awards based entirely on student reviews).