Computer Security & Forensics BEng/BEng (Hons)

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Course length

This course is studied full-time over four years and will involve lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and independent study.

This course is also offered with a one year work placement option, and can be studied part-time.

Course description

Year 1

Software Development 1, Computer Systems 1, Practical Networks 1, Introduction to the Information Profession, Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction, Option 1

Year 2

Software Development 2, Practical Networks 2, Database Systems, Systems and Services, Applied Cisco Networking (Security/Wireless), Option 2

Year 3

Networked Services, Security and Forensic Computing, Applications Development, Group Project, two core options

Year 4

Information: Society and Security, Distributed Systems, Advanced Security and Digital Forensics, XML Web Services, Honours Project

Admissions and entry requirements

Typically, you'll need 240 UCAS points for entry to this course, from Higher, Advanced Higher, Intermediate 2, A Level, AS Level or equivalent. Must include a minimum of 3 passes at Higher or 3 passes at AS Level, plus English and Maths at Standard Credit Grade/GCSE or equivalent.

Applications from mature students will be considered and a decision taken based on individual circumstances.

Applications for advanced entry will be considered and a decision taken based on previous academic background and qualifications. For example, with a relevant HNC, you my be eligible for entry into Year 2, or Year 3 with a relevant HND. Direct entrants into Year 3 will not be eligible for the optional work placement.

To check the equivalence of your qualifications or experience, contact us.

For international entry requirements, please contact our International Office.

Fees

See http://www.courses.napier.ac.uk/U56149.htm?Nav=4

Contact Information

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Tel: 08452 60 60 40