BSc Hons Computer and Digital Forensics

The BSc (Hons) Computer and Digital Forensics course offered by Teesside University is designed for those interested in uncovering the truth behind computer systems and criminal activities. This innovative course covers areas such as networking and hardware, host and network security, computer crime and digital forensics which are essential skills for aspiring Computer and Digital Forensic professionals.Course Content: The course is a fusion of problem-solving techniques and application of specialist knowledge. It enhances students' knowledge in areas such as networking and hardware, host and network security, computer crime and digital forensics. The first level introduces the students to digital forensics, computer systems, and programming. Level 2 deals with mobile devices, Unix/Linux systems, network security. At level 3, students do a major project, plus specialist digital forensic investigations and open source and Windows digital forensics.Key Modules: The key modules include Digital Forensics, Computer and Network Security, Systems Software and Security, Networking Concepts, and more. Final-year projects include the application of digital forensic methods to specific problem areas or software development.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, which signifies the course's quality and relevance to the forensic science industry.Future Careers: The course provides an excellent foundation for a variety of roles in the IT and security industries. It equips you for a career in computer and digital forensics, where you might work in investigation, prevention and detection of computer crime. Graduates are predicted to find work in the police, in government agencies, and in consultancies and specialist forensic companies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page_computer_and_digital_forensics.cfm).