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Cyber Security and Forensics
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Merchiston Campus
Course summary
Learn the importance of network security and in future you could be protecting organizations from cyberattacks.
BEng (Hons) Cybersecurity and Forensics has been awarded full undergraduate certification from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – the first undergraduate course in the UK to achieve full accreditation.
Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career.
Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of security and forensics, software development and computer networks. After four years, you’ll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems.
In the computing career market, the demand for security engineers is increasing. As a graduate, you’ll have the wide range of skills plus the specialised expertise in data security needed to move into a variety of roles.
Please visit our website for full course and module details.
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- GG57
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Merchiston Campus
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBBC
GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths
T LevelM
GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths is also required.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
HNC with C in the graded unit in any subject
In addition have National 5 C in Maths
Scottish HigherABBB
National 5 C in Maths
If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
Access to HE DiplomaDistinction: 15 Merit: 30
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 30 Credits at Merit & 15 Distinction.
Maths required at Level 2 or equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*
Minimum grades DD (Distinction* Distinction*) or DD (Distinction, Distinction) and A Level grade C.
GCSE grade C/4 in Maths.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 29
Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 5.
SL Maths grade 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM
Minimum grades DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit)
GCSE Maths at Grade C/4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2H2H2H3
Grades H2, H2, H2, H3 at Higher Level.
Grade O4 at Ordinary Level in Maths
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements
HNC - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing, Computer Networking or Computer Networking & Internet Technology with A in the graded unit.
SQA Advanced Higher - BBC to include one of the following at Higher: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics.
A Level - BBB to include one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Engineering Science, Information Technology, Software Systems Development, Digital Technology (NOT Digital Media), Psychology, Maths or Physics.
BTEC Extended Diploma - DDD in a related subject.
Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements.
HND - Pass in Cyber Security, Computing: Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module), Computer Networking & Internet Technology (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) or HND Networking (to include Forensics Fundamentals or Digital Forensics module) with Grade B at SCQF.
Other HNC/D qualifications may be considered please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk for advice.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Scottish Higher BBCC
National 5 C in Maths
If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. |
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland & International | TBC |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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