Computer Security and Forensics MSc

Postgraduate

In Luton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Luton

About the course The MSc in Computer Security and Forensics is ideal for a graduate of Computer Science. Graduates of this course are well-prepared for careers in computer or network security and forensic investigation – with skills in demand by UK employers. The mixture of hands-on experience and theoretical background will enable you to understand network security, scripting, cryptographic protocols and forensic data analysis using the latest commercial tools (Encase and Forensic Toolkit). You will also discover legal frameworks and legislation relating to computer crime, and be able to present evidence to a court of law. Intermediate qualifications available: Postgraduate certificate – credits at Masters levelPostgraduate diploma – credits at Masters level

Facilities

Location

Start date

Luton (Bedfordshire)
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University Of Bedfordshire Business School, Luton Campus (Vicarage Street), LU1 3JU

Start date

On request

About this course

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent.

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Subjects

  • Computer Security
  • Network
  • Network security
  • Project
  • Network Training

Course programme

  • Study in a specialist vocational area identified by UK employers as having a shortage of qualified practitioners – with career opportunities in security analysis, consulting or cybercrime protection/prevention in the public sector (eg government and police forces) as well as a multitude of medium to large private sector organisations
  • Explore areas including computer security; forensics data acquisition and analysis; emerging technologies, professional project management; advanced security countermeasures; networking administration and management; advanced digital forensics and cryptography and cryptanalysis
  • Develop practical skills using state-of-the-art computer security and forensics tools and facilities supported by dedicated technologists
  • Gain in-depth skills in terms of security auditing, development, planning and managing security techniques, tools and methodologies
  • Benefit from developing expertise and understanding of professional codes of conduct equipping you for a career as a security associate, security consultant, penetration tester, network security analyst, systems administrators or in further study on an MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD.
  • Networking Administration and Management
  • Advanced Computer and Network Security
  • Network Systems
  • Professional Project Management
  • Forensic Data Acquisition and Analysis
  • Cryptography and Cryptanalysis
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Advanced Digital Forensics
  • MSc Project - Computer Security and Forensics

Computer Security and Forensics MSc

Price on request