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**Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security at BU?**- Understand the ways that hackers, as well as general users think in order to predict their behaviour.- Use your applied technical skills to expose weakness in systems to ultimately build and maintain secure digital environments.- Engage in a series of practical, industry-focused tasks and co-participate in a range of research projects, not only with BU staff but experts from other institutions in the UK and Europe.- Gain valuable
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**Why study BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security at BU?**- Understand the ways that hackers, as well as general users think in order to predict their behaviour.- Use your applied technical skills to expose weakness in systems to ultimately build and maintain secure digital environments.- Engage in a series of practical, industry-focused tasks and co-participate in a range of research projects, not only with BU staff but experts from other institutions in the UK and Europe.- Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one.- You’ll be qualified to work in the security and/or forensic industry in roles such as police forensics investigator, forensics consultant, security advisor, information security analyst or cyber security analyst. You'll be career ready with 89% of our computing graduates in employment or further study after 15 months (source DiscoverUni 2021)- All of our computing courses share a common first year, giving you the time to really explore each subject before deciding on a specialism.**Course accreditation**Accreditation by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) provides an indicator of quality and can help you work towards Chartered IT Professional status. You’ll have the chance to complete Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification courses during your degree.
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104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Based by the sea in south-west England, Bournemouth University (BU) focuses on producing future-ready graduates, with every student able to take a work placement as part of their course. All courses are run by the university’s three faculties and Business School:
Faculty of Health & Social Sciences
Faculty of Media & Communication
Faculty of Science & Technology
The Bournemouth University Business School
A Bournemouth University degree means practical, real-world experience that complements student’s education and prepares them for a truly global career. Prospective applicants can visit their student blog to hear from current students and how they found their degree of difference.
