Forensic Computing

The MSc in Forensic Computing is a Masters degree that is designed for students who wish to study and develop a deep understanding of the protection of computer systems from misuse and criminal activity (such as fraud, blackmail, information theft and paedophilia).  In addition to enabling students to gain an in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art forensic approaches, it also develops further the competence and ability in applying them, particularly through the inclusion of an optional period in industry as part of the course.  The award focuses on many forensic and computing related areas, in order that students become an expert within the field. They will address topics that include: computing legal issues, data recovery, encryption, methods of electronic investigation, databases, networked computer systems, image processing, computer security, methods of research, and data analysis.

Core modules

• CE00542-M Personal Development and Research Methods
• CE00268-M Forensic Computing Concepts
• CE00731-M Network Systems and Technologies
• CE00270-M Methods and Issues of E-Investigation
• CE00267-M Forensic Investigation Project

 Options - note we cannot guarantee that all option modules will run

• CE00298-M Advanced Computing Investigation Topics  
• CE00208-M Computer Graphics
• CE00754-M Interaction Design
• CE00728-M Internet Applications
• CE01076-M Database Design and Development  
• CE00204-M Object Oriented Software Systems Engineering
• CE00213-M Mobile Applications and Systems
• CE00214-M Mobile Computer Communications Systems  
• CE00534-M Media Editing and Multimedia Applications 
• CE00543-M Knowledge Management
• CE00465-M Enterprise Applications
• CE00528-MMultimedia Research
• CE00515-M Survey Design and Statistical Data Analysis
• CE00534-M Media Editing and Multimedia Applications
• CE00537-M Programming for Web Applications 
• CE00538-M Web Multimedia 

CE01067-M Placement (Optional) 

By studying MSc Forensic Computing you will start your PgC period of four subjects specialising in networking and forensic computing. For the PgD stage you will study four more modules, a mix of forensic modules and options. Between the PgC and dissertation you can undertake a 12 month optional placement. The final stage of the award involves writing a dissertation based on a forensic topic.

On completing the award you could go directly into the forensic sector working in: forensic accounting, security analysis, mobile security, network security, or other areas of computer science. Other students may wish to pursue a related PhD.

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