Computer Forensics and IT Security (BSc Hons - Single)

Overview

With the growth in digital crime, the field of computer forensics and IT security has developed, which increases the demand for computer forensics and IT Security specialist. This course is designed to meet the new and growing demand for specialists in the prevention, detection, correction, and conviction of digital crimes. It provides a professional education in the theory and practice of computing, with special emphasis on the principles, techniques, theory, and applications central to computer forensics and IT security.

Faculty of Computing

www.londonmet.ac.uk/depts/cctm/

Course contents

Course structure

Three levels, each of 120 credits.

Level 1 topics include:

• Logic and Problem Solving
• Programming
• Computer Hardware & Software Architectures
• Information Systems

Level 2 topics include:

• Networks & Operating Systems
• Security in Computing
• Computer Forensics
• Risk, Crisis and Security Management
• Professional Issues, Ethics and Computer Law

Level 3 topics include:

• Project
• Network and Cloud Security
• Ethical Hacking
• Digital Crime Investigation
• A designate module which may include topics from E-commerce & E-business, Systems Analysis and Design, Network Planning and Simulation as well as a work placement

Assessment

You are assessed in each module mainly via essays, individual or group course work, exams, research projects and a final dissertation with regular supportive feedback.

Careers

Collaborative and international links

We have developed close collaborations with IT Security Industry and Metropolitan Police, which provide excellent opportunities for students to work in the laboratories under the supervision of IT security and computer forensic experts.

Career opportunities

Successful completion of this course offers enhanced career opportunities in the specialist field of Computer Forensics or/and IT/Information Security. Graduates from this course can also work broadly in the computing industry as a whole. In addition, this course is an excellent preparation for further research or study.

The Faculty of Computing's World of Work (WOW) Agency offers opportunities to enhance employability skills, gain real experience and 'earn while you learn' through placements into real client-driven projects - working with business and industry.

Student profiles

What our students say

'Making the final choice of London Met felt right. Not only did London Met fulfil my requirement for a sandwich placement as part of the course, but also my research showed it to be a well equipped and experienced university. My expectations of the University were surpassed: the people, cultures and facilities opened up a new student life. The lecturers and facilities made studying almost effortless and the many socialising areas such as the Rocket Complex made meeting and relaxing with friends and even lecturers a compulsory part of university life. I’ve made friends from a wealth of backgrounds whom I still stay in close contact with.

I can truly say my experience at London Met was once in a lifetime and I am leaving with more than just a First Class Honours degree – I am leaving with a wealth of new and improved personal skills and having made lifelong friends. I am currently working as the eGovernment Developer and Consultant for GGP Systems who develop and provide services for Geographical Information Systems for UK government, police and fire authorities.'

Applying and entry

Sept full-time: apply through UCAS
Sept part-time, Feb 2013 full/part-time: apply direct to the University - contact Admissions for an application form.

Entry requirements

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above, and at least 220 points from two or more A-levels, of which at least 120 must be from numerate subjects in science, engineering, economics or information technology. Other Level-3 qualifications accepted include:

• BTEC National Diploma/Certificate
• Advanced Diploma
• Progression Diploma
• Access to HE Diploma (60 credit) in a computing or science related subject, with at least 45 credits at level 3.

Extended degree course

Applicants who do not fully meet the entry requirements may be eligible to start a BSc Computing Extended Degree leading to a final award in BSc Computer Forensics, or may be considered for entry to the FDSc in Computing.

Accelerated study

If you have prior academic qualifications or relevant work-based experience you may be exempt from part of the course.

Further information

Please contact the Admissions Office:
Tel: +44(0)20 7133 4200
Fax: +44(0)20 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk
or for further academic questions, contact Jianming Cai