Master in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis

Students will learn how to identify and analyze cybersecurity problems as part of the Master of Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis program. Students will learn about cybersecurity risk assessment and management, computer and mobile forensics, system, web and network penetration testing, and threat intelligence by focusing on a variety of subjects. This course is unique in that the theory and practice are integrated. This fundamental experience prepares students to deal with the most serious criminal threat facing human world.

Learning Outcomes for Knowledge obtained at the end of the programme
a) Identify and address cybersecurity vulnerabilities and flaws in networks, web applications, and systems.
b) Define information security controls based on risk assessments carried out by organizations and businesses.
c) Find digital evidence relating to a cybercrime.
d) Using current threat intelligence to determine who was behind the cyber-attack.
e) Analyse digital evidence in a forensic context.
f) Perform a forensic acquisition and analysis of digital evidence
g) Create a report that involves multiple sources of data.

Learning Outcomes for Skills obtained at the end of the programme
a) Practice risk assessment and management techniques.
b) Develop an information security framework for businesses and organizations.
c) Perform penetration testing on IT assets such as web sites, computers, and networks.
d) Investigate cyber-crime and incidents.
e) Demonstrate evidence and intelligence about cyber-attacks.

Students who have completed their first Level 6 degree and looking to continue education with the intention of working in the field of Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity and Intelligence

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree - MQF/EQF Level 6 or equivalent
Language: English - CEFR B2 or equivalent (automatically recognized for students who completed their Bachelor’s degree in English)

The European Forensic Institute is a prestigious Higher Education Institution based in Malta with a competitive educational offer in the fields of Forensic Sciences, Criminology, and Investigative Sciences. Our programmes are aligned to the European Qualification Framework, allowing for global recognition to pursue a career in these sectors and are accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.

Kindly be informed that this programme is undergoing accreditation* from the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). Should you wish to express your interest to register for this educational programme you are kindly requested to contact us at info@eufor.eu. A student agreement inclusive of payment of registration and tuition fees shall only be signed upon approval of accreditation of this educational programme, by the MFHEA.

*Accreditation is a form of certification in which the MFHEA will verify that an academic or vocational programme meets minimum academic and vocational standards. Accreditation ensures that the qualification a student works so hard to obtain meets quality standards, and that it will be recognized as such by other educational institutions and employers. The decisive stage of accreditation is the mapping of the programme to the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) - further information on the MFHEA and the MQF/EQF may be obtained from www.mfhea.mt.

Final Qualification:
1. Master of Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis (90 ECTS)
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis (60 ECTS)
3. Postgraduate Certificate in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis (30 ECTS)

The unique combination of cyber security with an investigative aspect sets this course apart from most traditional cyber security courses. This Master programme combines the preventative aspect of cyber security with the analytical and problem-solving digital forensics skillset allowing for learners to gain from both perspectives and preparing them for the real-world challenges of today’s professionals.

Being a student at the European Forensic Institute means acquiring knowledge, skills and competences directly from the source. From forensic practitioners that work on a day-to-day basis as experts in the field they teach. In fact, our lecturers are working forensic consultants or researchers, giving students the unique opportunity to interact with lecturers both professionally as well as academically. In other words, being a student at the European Forensic Institute means “learning about a job in the job market”.

Our teaching staff comprise highly experienced lecturers and subject matter experts in the academic and professional world who have committed to teaching a new generation of experts alongside their professional roles as such they are constantly up-to-date with developments in their fields and with the methodological requirements of their programmes.

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The Master's degree in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and Crime Analysis is designed to prepare students who wish to gain experience and skills in computer and mobile forensics, penetration testing, cyber security and risk assessment and management.

Graduates of this program become leaders in analyzing digital systems and networks, risk assessment and management, digital forensics analysis, malware analysis and penetration testing. This program enables students to combat with the most major crime risk facing modern society. This degree program does not lead to a regulated or warranted profession.

Potential career paths are :

• Information security auditor
• Information security analyst
• Information security manager
• Incident and intrusion analysts
• Vulnerability and penetration tester
• Digital forensic analyst
• Cybersecurity analyst