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Study Details: 1 year full-time
2 years part-time
Our professionally accredited Master's in Computer Forensics and Cyber Security covers cybercrime, police and forensic methods, alongside computer software and hardware.
Our Computer Forensics and Cyber Security course allows students to familiarise themselves with the most recent technologies, scientific innovations and best practice in protecting digital infrastructures, from enterprise networks to Internet of Things environments. Students are also trained on modern tools and methodologies for conducting digital forensics investigations, spanning the whole range from the collection of evidence to analysis and acting as expert witnesses.
This course is suitable for both newcomers to computer security and computer forensics and practitioners who wish to further their skills. It covers practical skills for network security, penetration testing and digital forensics, as well as the theory and scientific basis that underpins everyday practice. It also ensures that students have a basic understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements and the standards pertaining to computer security.
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Computing, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Information Systems or Multimedia or a relevant numerate subject that includes software development experience.
Applicants without a degree that have substantial commercial/industrial experience including software development using modern programming languages and design may be considered.
Graduates from this course are equipped for employment in industry, commerce or research with a proficiency in the key theoretical and practical areas in digital forensics and cyber security .
Core Modules:
MSc Project (60 credits)
Cyber Security (15 credits)
Audit and Security (15 credits)
System Administration and Security (15 credits)
Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics (15 credits)
Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
Optional Modules:
Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
Software Tools and Techniques (15 credits)
Advanced Database Technologies (15 credits)
Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
Penetration Testing (15 credits)
Wireless and Mobile Technologies (15 credits)
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