Cybercrime Investigation MSc

University of Central Lancashire

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Satisfaction	72%
Salary after 15 months	£23000
Number of students	28 graduates / year
Unemployment Rate	20% unemployed Proportion of students of this particular course unemployed and not studying 15 months after their course ended. Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
Student Dropout Rate	15% Proportion of students of Cybercrime Investigation MSc who are not continuing into their following year of study or have not been awarded a qualification in either of the two comparison years. Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
Duration	1 years - Full-time
Campus	On campus - Preston Campus
Degree	Master of Science, MSc
Subject	Computer and Information Security

Student Satisfaction	72%
Salary after 15 months	£23000
Number of students	28 graduates / year
Unemployment Rate	20% unemployed Proportion of students of this particular course unemployed and not studying 15 months after their course ended. Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
Student Dropout Rate	15% Proportion of students of Cybercrime Investigation MSc who are not continuing into their following year of study or have not been awarded a qualification in either of the two comparison years. Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
Duration	2 years - Part-time
Campus	On campus - Preston Campus
Degree	Master of Science, MSc
Subject	Computer and Information Security

Student Satisfaction	72%
Salary after 15 months	£23000
Number of students	28 graduates / year
Unemployment Rate	20% unemployed Proportion of students of this particular course unemployed and not studying 15 months after their course ended. Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
Student Dropout Rate	15% Proportion of students of Cybercrime Investigation MSc who are not continuing into their following year of study or have not been awarded a qualification in either of the two comparison years. Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
Duration	1 years - Part-time
Campus	online
Degree	Master of Science, MSc
Subject	Computer and Information Security

Student Satisfaction	72%
Salary after 15 months	£23000
Number of students	28 graduates / year
Unemployment Rate	20% unemployed Proportion of students of this particular course unemployed and not studying 15 months after their course ended. Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
Student Dropout Rate	15% Proportion of students of Cybercrime Investigation MSc who are not continuing into their following year of study or have not been awarded a qualification in either of the two comparison years. Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
Duration	2 years - Part-time
Campus	online
Degree	Master of Science, MSc
Subject	Computer and Information Security

Admission advice for international students

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of Cybercrime Investigation MSc at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.

Overall student satisfaction

72 /100

25 total respondents

	University of Central Lancashire, Cybercrime Investigation MSc	Average review score among all Computer and Information Security courses in the UK
Explanations	100	92
Interesting courses	96	82
Intellectually stimulating	91	83
Challenged to do my best	96	85
Depth of concepts	96	83
Builds on previous learnings	96	88
Joined ideas from different topics	96	85
Balance directed/independent study	78	79
Applicability of course content	96	82
Clear criteria in markings	87	81
Fair assessment	91	83
Tests reflected your learning	91	82
Timely feedback	65	85
Helpful feedback	96	79
Approachability of teachers	91	85
Support from teachers	100	86
Organisation of courses	87	76
Communication of changes	95	74
IT facilities	83	85
Library	90	88
Course specific resources	90	86
Student feedback opportunities	95	84
Student feedback valued	95	80
Student's feedback acted upon	90	65
Work of student union	86	74
Mental wellbeing services	94	75
Overall satisfaction	72	79

Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
This particular course

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Architecture, Building and Planning

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Architecture at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

	15 months after graduation	3 years after graduation	5 years after graduation
Median salary	£23000	£23000	£27500
25-75 percentile range	£19000 - £28000	£18000 - £30000	£22500 - £37500

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses of University of Central Lancashire

Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture, Building and Planning

	15 months after graduation	3 years after graduation	5 years after graduation
Median salary	£23131	£25010	£28792
25-75 percentile range	£20700 - £25694	£19794 - £30100	£23742 - £35267

Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses in the UK

Course Description

Cybercrime is a relatively new and growing area for both civil and criminal investigation. Our MSc in Cybercrime Investigation has been developed by law enforcement practitioners to enhance knowledge and practical skills in the areas of behavioural psychology, criminal investigation and the technical aspects of obtaining computer-based evidence.

Aimed at personal professional development for current investigators in the criminal and private sector and as a natural progression for graduates in Computer Forensics, Psychology or Policing.
Modules include Research Skills, Behavioural Dynamics of Cybercrime, Digital Forensic Technology, Open Source Internet Investigation, Policing of  cybercrime, and a research project for your dissertation.

Why study with us

You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills to understand psychological, investigative and technical aspects of cybercrime.
This course is available in full-time, part-time and distance learning modes of study.
The course is delivered in partnership with existing staff members from a variety of Schools.

Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.

Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level for the purpose of registration in the UK.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

What graduates are doing after 15 months

	Graduates of this course	All UK graduates of undergraduate studies in Architecture, Building and Planning
Total respondents	20	475
Unemployed	20%	2%
Studying	10%	4%
Working	50%	76%
Both studying and working	15%	12%
No information	0%	6%

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
This particular course

Current jobs

Job in line with future plans

Utilise skills from studies

Work is meaningful

	Agree or strongly agree	Disagree
Job in line with future plans	40%	60%
Utilise skills from studies	60%	40%
Work is meaningful	65%	35%

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All courses of University of Central Lancashire

Required skill level of job after 15 months

% Skilled jobs

	% Skilled jobs
Highly-skilled jobs	40%
Non highly-skilled jobs	50%
Skill level unknown or unclassified	10%

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Cybercrime Investigation MSc at University of Central Lancashire

35%	Elementary occupations
15%	Skilled trades occupations
10%	Business and public service associate professionals
10%	Administrative occupations
10%	Managers, directors and senior officials
10%	Sales occupations
10%	Teaching Professionals

Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

Grading & Study Time

Assessment Methods

Study Time Distribution

Assessment Methods
	Coursework	Percentage of assessment by practical exams	Written exams

Study Time Distribution
	Scheduled learning and teaching	Guided independent study	Placements
year 1	38%	62%	0%
year 2	38%	62%	0%
year 3	37%	63%	0%

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Average UCAS Tariff Score 129

Tariff score	% Students accepted for this course
<48	0
48-63	5
64-79	10
80-95	10
96-111	20
112-127	10
128-143	15
144-159	15
160-175	15
176-191	0
192-207	5
208-223	0
224-239	0
>240	0

Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
This particular course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
- 2.5
- Others - Further English courses
- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
- 5.5
- Graduate Degrees Engineering, some science
- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, some science
- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Cybercrime Investigation, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

**Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree or equivalent**

Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and relevant experience.

**IELTS: Score of at least 6**5 or equivalent.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent	£518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home)	£50
Supermarket shopping	£81
Clothing	£35
Eating out	£33
Alcohol	£27
Takeaways / food deliveries	£30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food)	£24
Holidays and weekend trips	£78
Transport within city	£17
Self-care / sports	£20
Stationary / books	£13
Mobile phone / internet	£13
Cable TV / streaming	£7
Insurance	£51
Other	£95

Average student cost of living	£1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of University of Central Lancashire in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Central Lancashire in related subject specific rankings.

Law

- #45
- #59
Law

The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
- #68
- #85
Law

CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 28 university rankings of University of Central Lancashire

About University of Central Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.

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Student composition of University of Central Lancashire

Total number of students enrolled at University of Central Lancashire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:: 16990
postgraduates:: 4915
Total:: 21905

Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Computer and Information Security”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022

Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022

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