Program Overview
The Computer and Digital Forensics at Northumbria University is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer and Digital Forensics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer and Digital Forensics programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 4 years full-time or 5 years sandwich
- This year introduces core computer programming concepts, as well as introducing computing language such as JAVA. Students will also study and examine the UK Criminal Justice System.
- Year two Students will engage in lab-based practical sessions exploring digital forensics, and professional management techniques.
- Year three You will go out on industrial placement to put the skills you have learned in the previous modules into professional practice
- Year four This year includes a large-scale individualised creative project, where students will design, analyse, develop and evaluate a production relating to the programme
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GCSE requirements
- A good GCSE profile is expected including Maths and English Language at minimum grade C or equivalent
- 340 UCAS Tariff points including one or more of the following:
- From at least 2 GCE/VCE A Levels
- Distinction, Distinction, Distinction
- ABBBB at Higher level, ABB at Advanced Higher
- AABBB
- 32 points
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northumbria University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, which operates as Northumbria University, is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East of England. It has been a...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 48 months