BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics - Kingston University (UK)
A forward-thinking BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics designed to produce highly trained, career-ready graduates equipped with critical skills in ethical hacking, incident response, and digital investigation.
Awarded by
Kingston University
Overview
About this course
In response to the growing global threats of cybercrime, industrial espionage, and politically motivated cyber-attacks, ESOFT Metro Campus in partnership with Kingston University – London offers a forward-thinking BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics. This programme addresses the increasing demand for skilled professionals across government, finance, law, media, and national security sectors. With demand for qualified cyber security experts far exceeding supply in both Sri Lanka and internationally, this degree aims to close the skills gap by producing highly trained, career-ready graduates. The curriculum combines in-depth academic learning with practical application, equipping students with critical skills in ethical hacking, incident response, digital investigation, and information assurance. Industrial placements are strongly encouraged before the final year to provide hands-on experience and enhance employability. Career readiness is embedded throughout the course, with key competencies such as technical documentation, professional communication, and interview techniques introduced early. Students can obtain an HND after two years, enter the workforce, and return to complete the honours degree. The programme also offers flexibility to finish in Sri Lanka or transfer to a partner university in the UK or Australia.
Why choose this course
Awarded by Kingston University, London — a globally recognised institution
Covers ethical hacking, incident response, digital forensics, and cryptography
Industrial placements strongly encouraged before the final year
Flexible HND exit after Year 2 with the option to return and complete honours
Addresses a critical global shortage of qualified cyber security professionals
What you will learn
Programming, networking, and database design with a security focus
Core information security, threat assessment, and risk management
Cyber security, applied cryptography in the cloud, and digital forensics
Information security management and emerging technologies
IoT security challenges and network security analysis
Advanced threat hunting, analysis, and mitigation
Cryptography, network security, and internet services protocols
Final-year individual research project
Skills you will gain
At a glance
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
3 years
Full-time
Location
Intakes
September
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
A/L qualification or equivalent (minimum 3 passes) for direct undergraduate entry, or equivalent foundation qualification
Applicants with relevant work experience may be considered
English language proficiency may be required
Course Structure
PROGRAMMING
UNIT-01 • Semester 1
Compulsory
NETWORKING
UNIT-02 • Semester 1
Compulsory
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
UNIT-03 • Semester 1
Compulsory
DATABASE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT-04 • Semester 1
Compulsory
SECURITY
UNIT-05 • Semester 2
Compulsory
PLANNING A COMPUTER PROJECT (PEARSON SET)
UNIT-06 • Semester 2
Compulsory
CYBER SECURITY
UNIT-10 • Semester 2
Compulsory
MATHS FOR COMPUTING
UNIT-14 • Semester 2
Compulsory
COMPUTING RESEARCH PROJECT (PEARSON SET)
UNIT-16 • Semester 3
Compulsory
BUSINESS PROCESS SUPPORT
UNIT-17 • Semester 3
Compulsory
APPLIED CRYPTOGRAPHY IN THE CLOUD
UNIT-30 • Semester 3
Compulsory
FORENSICS
UNIT-31 • Semester 3
Compulsory
INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT
UNIT-32 • Semester 4
Compulsory
INTERNET OF THINGS
UNIT-45 • Semester 4
Compulsory
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
UNIT-47 • Semester 4
Compulsory
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
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Application fee: LKR 25,000
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Course Facts
Location
Colombo, Kandy
Duration
3 years | full-time
Upcoming Intakes
Tuition Fees
total
Course fee: LKR 1,620,000
Application fee: LKR 25,000
