• The South Wales University offers an M.Sc in Computer Forensics 1 year.
  • This course is offered on a full-time basis.
  • This program is provided on-campus and off-campus.
  • Computer forensics is a rapidly expanding area, leading to increasing demand from the industry for qualified forensic examiners.
  • MSc Computer Forensics degree will prepare students for a career in computer forensics and IT security, either at a technical or managerial level.
  • Masters in Computer Forensics is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which provides support to critical organizations in the UK when dealing with cybersecurity attacks.
  • An internationally recognized team will teach students from the University’s Information Security Research Group and external speakers contribute to delivering the latest expertise and developments.
  • The University is also recognized as a Centre of Excellence for information security and computer forensics by the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC).
  • Forensic computer analysts may be involved in a range of investigations, such as online fraud, digital espionage, counter-terrorism, possession of illegal imagery, and information theft.
  • A typical investigation would involve identifying and securing computer equipment, followed by applying forensic methods and specialist computer programmes in pursuit of evidence.

  • Tasks include recovering data from digital media, analysis of records to establish the location of a device, uncovering data trails, careful documentation of the investigation, presenting findings, and acting as an expert witness in court.