Bachelor in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security (including foundation year)

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.

The Bachelor in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security is a four-year degree at London Metropolitan University, including a foundation year to help students enter higher education. This Bachelor degree is taught in English and takes four years to complete.

The curriculum covers modules such as Cyber Security Fundamentals, Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things, and Programming. Students will also learn about Computer Hardware and Software Architectures, Fundamentals of Computing, and Logic and Problem Solving. In the final year, students will take modules like Digital Investigation and E-Discovery, Ethical Hacking, and Network and Cloud Security.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Cyber Security Analysts, Digital Forensics Examiners, Incident Response Managers, Information Security Officers, and Penetration Testers. They can work in various industries, including finance, government, and technology, for employers such as security consulting firms, banks, and software companies.