Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Program
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration3 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee15,500GBP
- Start dateSep
- University ranking1201-1400
Program overview
What Canterbury Christ Church University says about their program:
Cybercrime continues to rise and so does the need for skilled graduates. Kickstart your career in cyber security with an innovative and dynamic BSc in Computer Forensics and Security from Canterbury Christ Church University.
Delve into the intricacies of computing and online security and learn how to become a cyber forensics investigator. On this BSc cyber security degree, you’ll engage with a range of topics that will teach you cyber security fundamentals and how to confidently tackle challenging online security issues. From protecting organisational ecosystems to ethical hacking, you’ll develop the skills needed to protect systems from malicious attacks, human error, and vulnerability exploitations.
With a cyber security undergraduate degree from CCCU, you’ll be ready to enter a range of careers including civil litigation and criminal prosecution. You'll also learn the latest security tools including Autopsy, X-Ways, XRY, TSK, and Wireshark.
Not only will you grasp the specialist skills needed to thrive in multiple professions, but you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, apply project management skills, and incorporate principals of commercial management through work and assessments. From this, you'll graduate with a well-rounded range of skills and the in-depth knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace.
We know employers are looking for dynamic, open-minded graduates who can adapt, innovate, and collaborate. This is why we have designed a new way of teaching and learning to ensure that you are work-ready for when you graduate
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2
2) or equivalent.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Fees and funding
Canterbury Christ Church University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Canterbury Christ Church University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.
Funding
CCCU offers a £1,500 Global Scholarship to all eligible international students for the January 2026 intake, helping to make studying in the UK more accessible.
Tuition fees
Undergraduate tuition: £15,500 per year. Postgraduate tuition: from £15,500 per year.
What is the cost of living near Canterbury Christ Church University?
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £980 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £915 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £136 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £45 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £63 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £133 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £15 |
| Gym membership | £41 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for Canterbury Christ Church University
Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Canterbury Christ Church University.