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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: FG45

Cyber Security & Computer Forensics

Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, England
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3 yearsDuration
£17,000Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
66%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security & Computer Forensics at Canterbury Christ Church University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Canterbury, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. 100% of our Computer Forensics & Security students were in employment or further study 15 months after finishing their course - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025 In today's digital world, cyber threats are evolving rapidly, making cyber security and forensic investigation critical skills in safeguarding individuals, businesses, and governments. This Cyber Security and Computer Forensics degree will give you the essential knowledge and practical skills to protect digital systems, investigate cybercrime, and combat evolving online threats. What you’ll learn - Grasp cyber security funda... International tuition fees are £17,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a 83% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Threats
Network Security and Defence
Digital Forensics and Investigation
Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
Cryptography and Data Protection
Cyber Law and Ethics
Systems Security and Hardening
Final Year Project in Cybersecurity
UCAS Code:FG45
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC

International Baccalaureate

29 points

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.565.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,000

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,000

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Canterbury Christ Church University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£26,000£30,000
3 years£20,000£27,000£33,000
5 years£25,000£33,000£43,500

UK subject average: £29,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£29,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 12% above UK average salary
This course
£33,000
UK average
£29,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

78%Working
2%Studying
5%Work & Study
9%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
66%
Learning opportunities
65%
Assessment and feedback
55%
Academic support
68%
Organisation and management
56%
Learning resources
86%
Student voice
47%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Canterbury Christ Church University

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