B.Sc. Computer Science with Security and Forensics

Bachelor's degree

In Cardiff

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Cardiff (Wales)

An increase in the business use of Internet-based applications and the rise in computer based crime, together with the impact of applications such as Facebook and Twitter, has changed the nature of security risks making Security and Forensics of real value to employers. This three year degree programme at Cardiff will provide you with a firm understanding of the principles, tools and technologies needed to ensure that an organisation's investment in Information and Communications Technology meets its needs in a secure manner.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Cardiff
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Cyncoed Campus, Cyncoed Rd, CF23 6XD

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About this course

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Subjects

  • Security
  • IT Security
  • Computing
  • Systems
  • Skills and Training
  • Programming
  • Project

Course programme

Course Content Year 1

In year 1 you will follow the same structure as the Computer Science BSc degree programme. This provides an introduction to the necessary skills required to understand computing as a discipline. You will develop an understanding of how computers work, through studying programming languages such as Python and Java™ and exploring how computers solve complex problems. You will also start to address areas in which organisations share and gather important information, using Web technologies.

Year 1 modules:

  • Architecture and Operating Systems
  • Computational Thinking
  • Developing Quality Software
  • Fundamentals of Computing with Java
  • Problem Solving with Python
  • Professional Skills
  • Web Applications
Year 2

In year 2 more advanced modules will be introduced, expanding your understanding and skills. You will explore the structure and processing of data and create network-aware applications. These more focussed sessions will help you develop an understanding of database systems and also further progress your programming skills.

Year 2 modules:

  • Advanced Programming *
  • Algorithms and Data Structures
  • Communication Networks and Pervasive Computing
  • Database Systems
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Informatics *
  • Object Oriented Applications
  • Scientific Computing and Multimedia Applications *
  • System Design and Group Project

* Option modules

Year 3

In the final year of your degree you will choose to study core computer science topics like the management of information and knowledge (using industry standard products such as Oracle™) and artificial intelligence. You will focus your degree by following modules that investigate the development and application of effective information security technologies. You will also practice professional aspects of forensic computer analysis. You will have the opportunity to gain first hand knowledge by attending lectures given by experts in the field of computer security and computer forensics.

You will demonstrate your understanding of computer security whilst completing an individual project under the supervision of one of our academic staff.

Year 3 modules:

  • Computational Intelligence *
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Individual Project
  • Knowledge Management *
  • Large Scale Databases *
  • Security and Forensics
  • Strategic Information Systems *
  • * Option modules

B.Sc. Computer Science with Security and Forensics

Price on request