MSc Computer Forensics and Cyber Security
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 18,150 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time international | home £11,000 per year; part-time international £3,025 per 30 credits | home £1,850 per 30 credits
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Introduction
Our professionally accredited Master’s in Computer Forensics and Cyber Security covers cybercrime, police and forensic methods, alongside computer software and hardware.
Our Computer Forensics and Cyber Security course allows students to familiarise themselves with the most recent technologies, scientific innovations and best practices in protecting digital infrastructures, from enterprise networks to Internet of Things environments. Students are also trained on modern tools and methodologies for conducting digital forensics investigations, spanning the whole range from the collection of evidence to analysis and acting as expert witnesses.
This course is suitable for both newcomers to computer security and computer forensics and practitioners who wish to further their skills. It covers practical skills for network security, penetration testing and digital forensics, as well as the theory and scientific basis that underpins everyday practice. It also ensures that students have a basic understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements and the standards of computer security.
This programme has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, to partially fulfil the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Additionally, it has also been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, on behalf of the Engineering Council, to partially fulfil the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
What you should know about this course
- Throughout this course, you will study cyber security and digital forensics, system administration and security.
- You will learn how to apply police and forensic methods to detecting cyber crime, using related software and hardware technologies.
- This course includes hands-on training in current forensic tools as used by the police. Students can therefore contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets.
- The University of Greenwich is an academic partner with The Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers (CREST) and with the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec), appointed by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is part of GCHQ.
Admissions
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Curriculum
Full time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- MSc Project (60 credits)
- Cyber Security (15 credits)
- Audit and Security (15 credits)
- System Administration and Security (15 credits)
- Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics (15 credits)
- Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
- Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
- Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
- Software Tools and Techniques (15 credits)
- Advanced Database Technologies (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
- Penetration Testing (15 credits)
- Wireless and Mobile Technologies (15 credits)
Part-time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Cyber Security (15 credits)
- Audit and Security (15 credits)
- System Administration and Security (15 credits)
- Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
- Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- MSc Project (60 credits)
- Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics (15 credits)
- Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
- Software Tools and Techniques (15 credits)
- Advanced Database Technologies (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
- Penetration Testing (15 credits)
- Wireless and Mobile Technologies (15 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates from this course are equipped for employment in industry, commerce or research with proficiency in the key theoretical and practical areas of digital forensics and cyber security.
Do you provide employability services?
Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.
The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.
Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your course.