Computer Security and Forensics MSc

Course title:	MSc Computer Security and Forensics
Apply:	direct to the University
Start (ft):	September/ January
Start (pt):	September/ January
Mode:	full-time/ part-time evening/ part-time daytime
Duration:	2-3 years part-time/ 12 months full-time (September start)/ 16 months full-time (January start)
Location:	Luton campus, Park Square
Faculty:	Faculty of Creative Arts, Technologies & Science
Department:	Department of Computer Science & Technology

Summary

This course is most suitable for students with prior academic achievement or formal background in the discipline of computing or information systems.

That is to say, to take advantage of the award students need to have a substantial knowledge of a computing related discipline.

The course is designed for individuals who require not simply a broad overview of computer security but significant technical knowledge and proficiency in the particular area of study (see below).

There is also a focus on research methodologies, including issues relating to ethical hacking and legal aspects.

There are two modes of delivery:

Full-time, primarily for graduates wishing to expand their existing skills in security and forensic related technologies.

Part-time, primarily for those currently wishing to enhance their knowledge and continue education to a higher level.

Why choose this course?

You will study in a friendly environment with state-of-the-art computer facilities
There are opportunities for Independent and Work-Related Learning
There are opportunities for professionals or employees wishing to pursue Continuing Professional Development via our individual taught modular scheme ( Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate)

Career Opportunities

On successful completion of the MSc Computer Security and Forensics, you will be equipped with a sound understanding of the various methods and techniques used in the development of internet based applications.

Your skills will include high practical skills that are much sought after in the business world and will allow you to become specialist consultant, practitioner and/or manager in the area of computer forensics investigation and computer based systems secure management.

Graduates from this MSc can also pursue further research in the strategically and continually expanding areas of computer forensics and security.

Assessment

Coursework assignments, exams, group work and Computer Assisted Assessments.

Further details about the course

This course is divided into 3 blocks of study material, with the taught modules delivered in the first two blocks, Block A and Block B, with Block C being the Dissertation.

Units studied include:

Block A (September - January)

CIS004-6 Emerging Technologies
CIS008-6 Secure Data Communications
CIS019-6 Systems Architecture
CIS023-6 Networking Administration and Management

Block B (January - June)

CIS011-6 Professional Project Management
CIS014-6 Cryptography
CIS020-6 Forensics Data Analysis
CIS025-6 Law of Evidence

Block C (June - September (Sept. start) or January - June (Jan. start))

CIS000-6 MSc project (dissertation)

Entry requirements

The MSc in Computer Security and Forensics is most suitable for graduates with prior academic achievement or formal background in the discipline of computing or information systems.

For standard entry, applicants should have a good honours degree or equivalent qualifications, or a post-graduate qualification, in a computer science or other science related subject area, with a significant (generally one third or more) element in computing.

Example subjects may be first awards in physics, mathematics, computer or information science/systems, electronics or computer engineering.

Professionals or employees only wishing to pursue CPD via our Postgraduate individual taught modular scheme are also allowed to enrol for a Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate.

For mature applicants with non-standard academic profiles, entry and exemption on the basis of Accreditation by Prior Learning, certificated or experiential (APL/APEL) is available.

Special entry requirements

For international students, evidence of sufficient skill in English is required, with a minimum requirement being an IELTS score of 6.0, a TOEFL score of 580, or an equivalent score in TELAS, the University of Bedfordshire's own testing scheme.

Attendance

Part-time study can be taken in the form of a day-release programme for students starting in January/February, or as evening classes, typically starting at 6.30pm, for two evenings a week, for students starting in September.

Find out more

For detailed information about the content of this programme, please contact the Programme Manager Dr Paul Sant.

E: paul.sant@beds.ac.uk
T: +44 (0) 1582 743705

Related Links

• Department of Computer Science and Technology Staff Profiles: Dr Paul Sant

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