Computer Forensics MSc

http://www.wmin.ac.uk/ecs/page-941

Course length

One-year, full-time or two-year, part-time

Course description

The course examines the critical evaluation of a variety of tools available on the open market, and the use of forensic tools to retrieve data from electronic sources. It also considers the analysis of professional and ethical issues relating to computer forensics, and the development of professional competencies, such as report writing and presenting evidence in court.

Core Modules:

- Advanced Computer Forensics
- Computer Forensics
- Project
- Computer Forensic Technology
- Computer Forensic Tools
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Data Recovery and Analysis
- Expert
- Witness Requirements
- Fundamentals of Computer Systems Forensics
- Research Methods
- The Computer Forensics Profession

Entry requirements

You are normally expected to have a good Honours degree (at least 2.1) in a computing-related discipline from a UK university or an overseas equivalent. If your first degree does not have a strong computing content, you will need to demonstrate that you have sufficient knowledge of computing and/or industry experience.

You may also be considered according to your work experience and any other qualifications. You must submit a statement of purpose with your application in which you should present your key interests and career aspirations, how you believe the course can help you to achieve these, and what relevant personal qualities and experience you will bring to the course. You may be invited by the admissions tutor to an informal interview. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

Fees

2009/2010

Full-time UK/EU fee - £3,950

Full-time Overseas fee - £10,100

Part-time UK/EU fee - £1,980

Part-time Overseas fee - £5,515

Contact Person

Paul Douglas
Course Leader
P.Douglas@westminster.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)20 7911 5883 (Admissions Office)