BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics is a 4-year course by The University of Westminster.
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*Any other qualification must be approved by the Course Leader before being accepted
Module Title | Credit |
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Computer Systems and Networks | 20 |
Introduction to Academic Practice | 20 |
Foundation Mathematics | 20 |
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Information Systems and Data Representation | 20 |
Critical Thinking for Academic and Professional | 20 |
Programming | 20 |
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Applied Mathematics | 20 |
Introduction to Cyber Security | 20 |
Introduction to Networks | 20 |
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Programming Methodology I | 20 |
Programming Methodology II | 20 |
Trends in Computer Science | 20 |
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Applied Cryptography | 20 |
Digital Forensics | 20 |
Network Security | 20 |
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Risk Management & IT Governance | 20 |
Web Applications Security | 20 |
Agile Project Management and Professional Experience (Option) | 20 |
Machine Learning and Data Mining (Option) | 20 |
Operating Systems (Option) | 20 |
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Incident Response & Malware Analysis | 20 |
Final Year Project CS | 40 |
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Wireless Networks Security | 20 |
Cyber Security Threats & Counter Measures (Option) | 20 |
Applied Artificial Intelligence (Option) | 20 |
Defensive Programming Techniques (Option) | 20 |
Note: Students are required to choose any two optional modules from the above list at Level 6.
Understand cybersecurity principles and practices
Detect and prevent cyber threats and attacks
Apply digital forensics techniques
Secure networks, systems, and data
Analyze cyber incidents and evidence
Use industry-standard forensic tools
Understand legal and ethical aspects of cybercrime
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
Develop secure software and systems
Prepare for roles in cybersecurity and digital forensics
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics is a 4-year course by The University of Westminster.
