SCHOOL OF COMPUTING & MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Computer Forensics
and the Law
MSc
Why study this programme?
This programme is designed for individuals wishing to pursue careers in either computer security or forensics, where knowledge of the law would be advantageous, or in a law department where knowledge of computer forensics or Internet security would be required.The programme is suitable for both the newcomer to computer security and the law practitioner who wishes to further their skills. It covers relevant skills, theory and methods in information and communications technologies, crime and law as well as legal, practical and theoretical studies that underpin everyday practice. It will ensure that students have a basic understanding of the legal, regulatory and international standards requirements pertaining to computer security and crime in different regions of the world.
The School has a new fully-equipped forensics laboratory.
Why study with us?
The School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences offers an exciting, diverse and innovative portfolio of programmes. These are designed in close collaboration with industry and informed by world-class research and enterprise, leading to great jobs in industry both in the UK and internationally.
The Sunday Times University Guide has ranked our computer sciences and mathematical sciences subjects in the national top 10 for teaching excellence with the two subject areas rated 7th and 4th respectively. In the Guardian 2012 University Guide, mathematics at Greenwich was rated 12th in the country and second in London. The School consistently performs well in the National Student Survey, regularly achieving up to 100% student satisfaction in computing and mathematics subjects. We are recognised nationally and
internationally for our cutting-edge research and innovative approach to curriculum development. In fact, we are one of the
first universities in the country to use Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, which provides our students with remote access to our resources.
We have pioneered programmes in computing, information systems, digital and multimedia technology, interactive multimedia games, networking, Internet and web technologies, data mining, mathematics, statistics, decision science and computational science and engineering. Our students study on the university’s Greenwich Campus, which is part of the Old Royal Naval College and on the banks of the River Thames. The university’s largest campus, it is centred on three baroque buildings, designed by Sir Christopher Wren at the end of the 17th century. The surrounding town is a mix of markets, shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as some of the most famous museums and tourist attractions in the country. By train, central London is only a few minutes away.
What will you study?
Content
On this programme students:
● Develop knowledge of computer crime, criminology, police and forensic methods and the legal requirements for collecting evidence
● Gain an understanding of the threats to the networks and servers of businesses ● Learn to administer and configure
business-critical distributed applications ● Develop an understanding of current
forensic tools, as used by the police, e.g. EnCase, FTK, Hex editors, etc., enabling graduates to contribute quickly to the digital forensics needs of the legal system.
Core courses
● Project – a substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student
(60 credits)
● Computer Crime and Forensics (15 credits)
● Crime, Terrorism and the State (30 credits)
● Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
PLUS
Two additional options from: ● Cyber Security (15 credits)
● Network and Internet Technologies and Design(15 credits)
● User-Centred Web Engineering (15 credits)
● Audit and Security (15 credits) ● Software Engineering Management
(15 credits)
This is a rapidly changing subject area and course content may change in order to ensure that it is up to date and industry relevant.
Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of this Master’s programme students should be proficient in computer security and systems security will be in a position to follow careers in these areas.Teaching and assessment
The programme will strengthen the career prospects of legal professionals in both civil and criminal areas of practice. Issues relating to computer forensic investigation are increasingly important in private practice as well as for employment in the various regulatory bodies such as the Financial Services Ombudsman, the child-protection agencies. and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).Financial information
For up-to-date information on tuition fees, bursaries and scholarships, visit
Key facts
Attendance: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time starting in September.
Entry requirements: to find out more about entry requirements, please visit www.gre.ac.uk/programmes and type your programme into the search engine; then click on the ‘Key Facts’ tab on the programme page.
Those who have substantial commercial or industrial experience but lack formal qualifications should seek an interview with the programme leader.
How to apply:
● Applications should be made on a university application form. This is available from the Enquiry Unit or International Office or can be downloaded from www.gre.ac.uk/ apply
There is no closing date for applications to postgraduate programmes, but many fill up quickly, so applicants are advised to apply early. You do not have to wait for first degree or other examination results.
Your next step
University Open Days are held several times a year. They include a programme of talks and offer you the opportunity to speak to staff and students. You may also be given a tour of the campus. A list of dates can be found at www.gre.ac.uk/opendays, or contact the Enquiry Unit or International Office for further information.
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For further inf
ormation
To find out more about studying at the university, please contact:Website: www.greenwich.ac.uk
UK students
Enquiry Unit Telephone: 020 8331 9000 Fax: 020 8331 8145 E-mail: [email protected]International/EU students
International Office Telephone: +44 20 8331 8136 Fax: +44 20 8331 8625 E-mail: [email protected]School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences University of Greenwich
Greenwich Campus Old Royal Naval College
Park Row London SE10 9LS
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