Computer Forensics and Systems Security

This programme is suitable for both newcomers to computer security and computer forensics and practitioner who wish to further their skills. It covers relevant skills, software and hardware technologies, and the more theoretical studies that underpin everyday practice. It ensures that students have a basic understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements and the international standards pertaining to computer security in different nations.

Students gain knowledge of computer crime, police and forensic methods, and the legal requirements for collecting evidence.

At the end of the programme, students are able to administer and configure business-critical distributed applications. They also gain an understanding of the threats to business networks and servers.

The programme includes hands-on training in current forensic tools used by the police, e.g. EnCase, FTK and WinHex. Students can therefore contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets.

Content

• Project and Dissertation (a substantial individual project on a topic in the field of security chosen by the student)
• Network Security
• Computer Crime and Forensics
• Information, Security and Control
• Operating System and Application Server Security

Options chosen from:

• Audit and Security
• Computer Security and Risk Management
• E-Business Applications
• Network Management
• Web Engineering
• Software Engineering Management
• Enterprise Software Engineering Development