Computer Forensics with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    4 Years

The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.

This computer forensics course is for you if you want to combine a highly rigorous academic qualification with real life practical work experience that will prepare you to apply your knowledge as a computer forensics expert or forensic investigator.

The multidisciplinary nature of the course will foster the essential skills you require in computer networking, ethical hacking, computer programming, and legal and expert witness roles, complementary to digital forensic investigations. These attributes are not only essential to employers in law enforcement and the digital forensics industry but also serve as broader employability skills.

On graduation, you will be capable of managing a digital forensic case and conducting technical examination and interpretation of digital-based evidence. You will develop as a confident, highly skilled and professional graduate with a meticulous and methodological approach to problem solving, whether working individually or as part of a professional team.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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15 Bartholomew Row, B5 5JU

Start date

On request

About this course

With digital forensics playing a critical role in the world of modern criminal investigations, our BSc Computer Forensics course with a Foundation Year will help you develop the practical and professional skills needed by employers in the digital forensics, cyber security and law enforcement sectors.

You’ll have access to our specialist Digital Forensics labs. Plus, laboratories are equipped to industry standards and run the latest software so that you can experience the most current technology and prepare yourself for the working world.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above/li
Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted.
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolmentSee level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
English language and mathematics at grade C or above
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

Our curriculum has been developed in close collaboration with industry and input from various digital forensics service providers and police constabularies around the UK.
Our specialist Digital Forensics Lab boasts a plethora of industry standard digital forensics and data recovery resources to provide you with the best learning opportunities and industry-relevant hands on practical skills.
The course has been designed with graduate employability at the forefront. Owing to our excellent industrial ties, we regularly host guest lectures and workshops hosted by digital forensics and law enforcement professionals, giving you the opportunity to meet key industry figures.
At various stages during the course, we host specialist boot-camps delivered by digital forensics practitioners and provide opportunities to obtain vendor qualifications to enhance your career prospects.
Our course has a proven track record of producing confident and highly skilled graduates who gain employment in the digital forensics, cyber security and law enforcement sectors.

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Subjects

  • IT Law
  • Computer Programming
  • Network
  • Hacking
  • Law
  • Programming
  • Network Training
  • Fundamental
  • Mathematics
  • Fundamental Mathematics
  • Independent Practice
  • Application

Course programme

Foundation year

In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Fundamental Mathematics
  • Academic and Personal Study Skills
  • Web Application Design
  • Audio / Video Fundamentals
  • Independent Practice
  • Foundations of Programming
Year one

In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Computer Forensics Fundamentals
  • Computer Programming
  • Network Fundamentals
  • File System Analysis
  • Mathematics for Computing
  • Computer Systems
Year two

In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Computer Forensics Tools and Techniques
  • Data Storage and Recovery
  • Network Technologies
  • The English Legal System and IT Law
  • System Security Attacks and Defences
  • Advanced Programming for Digital Forensics
Year three

In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
  • Mobile Device Forensics
  • Network and Internet Forensics
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Incident Response and Investigation Practice
  • Individual Honours Project

Additional information

UCAS Code: I12C

International students
Award: BSc (Hons) Starting: Sep 2021
Mode - Full Time
Duration - 4 years
Fees - £13,200 per year

Computer Forensics with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

Price on request