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Cyber Security and Digital Forensics MSc

University of Huddersfield

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University of Huddersfield

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Huddersfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Passionate about protecting against cyber-attacks and recovering and investigating artefacts on digital devices? If so, an MSc in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics at The University of Huddersfield can help you take the next step in your career. This advanced course meets the demand for experts with a wide range of security, investigative and general computing skills, including cyber security, computer security and digital forensics skills. Our course aims to equip you with the ability and knowledge to evaluate existing and emerging cyber forensics technologies, implement cyber security solutions and acquire, preserve and analyse digital evidence. Develop the competencies and technical skills necessary for high demand roles as computer forensics investigator and information security analyst. Why study Cyber Security and Digital Forensics at Huddersfield? Develop your confidence, knowledge base and skillset to thrive as a cyber security and digital forensics professional after graduation. At the end of the course, you’ll put your newfound experiences and skills to the test in a hands-on final Individual Project module. Our course is provisionally certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) with full certification expected by the end of 2025. The NCSC is the UK's National technical authority for cyber security. Certification independently confirms that our course includes well-defined and relevant content and is delivered to an appropriate standard. Your tutors will encourage you to tackle challenging problems, ensuring you are in the best position to make a real difference in the computing sector. Research plays an important role in informing all our teaching and learning activities, and you'll find many of our academics are at the forefront of impactful research. The University's Centre for Cyber Security, for example, aims to develop and demonstrate advanced knowledge beneficial to understanding and mitigating cyber threats. The University is nestled within the heart of Huddersfield, a warm and welcoming town, known for its friendly atmosphere and diverse community. When you’re not studying, you can enjoy an array of exciting activities and experiences. From cultural events and charming cafes to stunning scenery and fantastic transport links, there’s plenty to do in and around the town centre. We also offer this course as a part-time Distance Learning route.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,700per year

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University information

University of Huddersfield

University of Huddersfield

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    Huddersfield Campus, Queensgate, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 3DH, United Kingdom

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Huddersfield has a thriving international community, with students from across the world.
International students can benefit from a merit-based scholarship scheme for eligible applicants.
The university has strengths in teaching, employability, internationalisation and inclusiveness.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    50th out of 118 7

    9th out of 18 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    118 52%

    62nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    42nd

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.98 74%

    90th

    16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 163
    121 74%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    11th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    10th

    2

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