BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics - Kingston University (UK)

Programme overview

This undergraduate pathway leads to a validated BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics from Kingston University London and focuses on building practical skills in cyber defence, secure systems and digital evidence analysis. The programme combines computing fundamentals, security concepts and forensic practice to prepare students for technical roles in industry and professional environments. 

What you will study

• Programming, web technologies and computing fundamentals including Python and core computer architecture.
• Digital forensics practice covering acquisition, imaging, preservation, analysis and reporting using industry tools.
• Ethical hacking and intrusion analysis with vulnerability scanning, port scanning and related techniques. 
• Networking concepts and Internet protocols such as TCP/IP and enterprise network services.
• Security operations and threat intelligence including SIEM practice and incident response planning. 
• Individual project to demonstrate technical competence, research and project management skills. 

Learning outcomes

• Apply practical computing and programming skills to cyber security contexts. 
• Conduct digital forensic procedures for evidence handling and analysis. 
• Perform ethical hacking techniques and interpret security assessments.
• Understand core networking principles and Internet protocols.
• Integrate threat intelligence and incident response into secure system design.
• Complete an individual capstone project that showcases applied knowledge and technical autonomy. 

Accreditation and recognition

The award is validated by Kingston University London and the degree benefits from academic recognition aligned with industry standards in cyber security and digital forensics.

Entry requirements

• Three passes in one sitting at G.C.E. (A / L) or equivalent foreign qualifications. 
• C Pass in English for O/Levels or A/Levels, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each element. 

Study structure

The degree typically spans three years of full-time study and integrates lectures, laboratory work and supervised workshops. Assessments are a mixture of coursework, practical assessments and formal examinations aligned with each year’s learning outcomes. 

Practical facilities and tools

Students engage with a dedicated cyber security and forensics environment featuring industry-standard tools such as Splunk, Nessus, Kali Linux, Autopsy and FTK to simulate real-world security operations and forensic analysis tasks. 

Professional development

The programme embeds employability skills through projects, laboratory simulations and opportunities to pursue vendor certification pathways that align with recognised industry qualifications.

Career outcomes

• Security operations centre (SOC) analyst. 
• Incident response specialist.
• Digital forensic investigator.
• Penetration tester and cyber analyst roles. 

Send Inquiry

Your inquiry will be sent directly to the institute. A copy will also be emailed to you for your records.