Forensic Computing and Security

BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing & Security

Delivery method: Full-time
Course Reference: BSFCSS

Course Overview

This exciting new course forms part of our Software Systems Framework. When applying through UCAS you should use the course code G550.

Students have the opportunity of completing Cisco CCNA certification courses during this degree course at the BU Cisco Certified Local Networking Academy.

This course combines computing with the fascinating subject of forensics.

Features of this course include a simulated court experience to demonstrate what it is like to be an expert witness, during which students will be cross- examined by a law lecturer, who is also an experienced barrister.

During this course you will explore the nature of digital evidence, learn what is acceptable in law and what is not, and focus on the special issues surrounding computer crime.

Strong industry links and an optional work placement will enhance your employment prospects. We strongly encourage students to take a work placement, as it is invaluable in helping to make an informed decision about your future career pathway. Students are supported throughout the placement experience, and are assisted in finding a placement, as well as given advice and techniques on how to perform well at interviews.

Graduates from this course will have the option of either entering a career in mainstream computing or to specialise in forensic computing. Forensic computing career paths could include; Police forensics, forensic consultancy within the rapidly growing private sector as an investigator, or advising on security for business continuity.

This course forms part of the Bournemouth University Software Systems Framework of courses, allowing you to change your choice of course within the Framework to best suit your needs.

The richness of careers in the IT industry means that students are not always clear about which area they wish to specialise in before they join us. Some do not decide until they reach the final year. With this in mind, we have designed this Framework to have a common first year and a second year which is largely common. This design gives you exposure to a variety of modern technologies and techniques, before you make your final decision. The first two years cover those areas we know to be foundational for all professionals in this field, in addition year two enables a measure of specialism. In the final year, you have the opportunity to specialise further or to keep your education broader and more general.