Professional Practice in Digital Forensics and Security MSc
De Montfort University
Key Information
Campus location
Leicester, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
12 months
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Professional Practice in Digital Forensics and Security MSc
The full MSc course consists of eight modules (at 15 credits each) and an MSc Project/Dissertation (at 60 credits). Seven of the taught modules are delivered and assessed jointly by De Montfort University staff and 7Safe trainers with the eighth being a stand alone distance learning module that DMU is responsible for. The Project/Dissertation is delivered and assessed by DMU alone. Successful completion of the MSc gives students seven industry recognised professional certificates and the MSc.
Most students embark on their MSc after successfully completing one or more 7Safe courses. On successful completion of the 7Safe hands-on training course, you are then eligible to apply to DMU for an academic top-up/assessment by distance learning. Taking the course in this way is normally a part-time pathway and you should expect to study for two-three years. However, you can register directly with DMU for the full degree and the university then manages your attendance and progression through the relevant 7Safe modules and academic assessments. Registering with DMU direct can therefore provide a full-time route through the course.
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Curriculum
- Network Security and Ethical Hacking 1 (CSTA - Ethical Hacking 1)
- Network Security and Ethical Hacking 2 (CSTP - Ethical Hacking 2)
- Wireless Security (CWSA - Wireless Security)
- Forensic Tools and Processes (CFIP - Forensic Investigations)
- Applied Forensics – Malware Investigations (CMI – Malware Investigations)
- Advanced Forensics and Incident Response (CSIS – Computer Security Incident Investigation)
- Security Strategy and Standards (CIIP – Implementing ISO 27001)
- Advanced Topics in Forensics and Security
- MSc Project/Dissertation
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Career Opportunities
Graduates are likely to be employed as computer security specialists within law enforcement, government or other related agencies, in commercial IT departments or security consultancies, or in other computing positions where computer security is an issue. It is anticipated that successful completion of the MSc will support the career development of graduates. Opportunities also exist for further academic study towards a PhD and a career in research.