Computer Forensics and Security Management PGDip/MSc

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1 SCHOOL OF COMPUTING & MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES Computer Forensics and Security Management PGDip/MSc Greenwich Campus

2 Why study this programme? This programme is designed for graduates with a good first degree in an information systems or computing related subject. It is suitable for both the newcomer to computer security and auditing and the practitioner who wishes to further their skills. It covers relevant skills, software and hardware technologies as well as more theoretical studies that underpin everyday practice. Graduates will therefore be able to contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets. 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 worldclass research and enterprise, leading to great jobs in industry both in the UK and internationally. In the 2008 National Student Survey our performance was outstanding with over 90 per cent of our students expressing the highest levels of satisfaction with the education and support they received. We are recognised nationally and internationally for our cutting-edge research and innovative approach to curriculum development. Our portfolio of programmes explores subjects as diverse as film production, digital animation, financial mathematics, robotics and e-business. We have a wide range of relevant and exciting programmes in leading-edge technologies, such as digital media, embedded systems, games development, forensics and security, data mining and data warehousing. We also cover more traditional areas, such as computer science, networking and mathematics. Our students study on the university s Greenwich Campus, which is part of the Old Royal Naval College and on

3 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: Learn about the different types of crime scenario that may befall an information system Understand the need for and the role of the forensic analyst in various situations Critically appraise incident response plans and management approaches Critically appraise and evaluate the scientifi c methods used in the acquisition, preservation, retrieval, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of potential evidence (data) that has been processed electronically and stored on all types of electronic devices Understand the common security threats that threaten information systems in organisations Analyse and assess the risk exposures of particular assets to particular threats Justify the choice of appropriate controls to deal with risks Demonstrate a broad appreciation of how business systems are structured to meet common organisational scenarios Explore in detail the functionality offered by a range of generic software applications and justify selections from this range that would be appropriate for a variety of enterprise scenarios. Courses E-Business Applications (15 credits) Audit and Security (15 credits) Computer Crime and Forensics (15 credits) IT Application Security and Control (15 credits) Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits) Project (60 credits) Three 15-credit options from: Distributed Data Management Technology; Distributed Data Architecture and Management; Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining; Mobile Technologies; Network Security; Web Engineering ; Enterprise Web Engineering; Software Engineering Management; Enterprise Software Engineering Development; Operating System and Application Server Security; Network and Internet Technologies and Design; Network Architectures and Services; Software Tools and Techniques; Visual Interactive Programming (45 credits) This is a rapidly changing subject area and course content may change in order to ensure that it is up to date and industrially relevant.

4 Key facts Attendance: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time. Programme starts in September or January. Entry requirements: Applicants should have: A good fi rst degree in an information systems or computing related subject, with some knowledge of computer operating systems studied at undergraduate level. Those who have substantial commercial or industrial experience but lack formal qualifi cations 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 Offi ce or can be downloaded from apply. There is no closing date for applications to postgraduate programmes, but many fi ll up quickly, so applicants are advised to apply early. You do not have to wait for fi rst degree or other examination results.

5 Exemptions from professional bodies This programme offers accreditation from the British Computer Society, the chartered body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. On successful graduation from this degree, you will fulfil the academic requirement for registration as a chartered IT professional (CITP), including the CITP further learning element, and partially fulfil the education requirement for registration as a chartered engineer or chartered scientist. Career opportunities Upon successful completion of this Master s programme students should be proficient in computer auditing or security and will be in a position to follow careers in these areas. Teaching and assessment The programme is taught from a combination of formal lectures, classroom-based tutorials and laboratory sessions and case studies. The programme is supported by a comprehensive workbook which has a series of directed and unsupervised learning exercises. Financial information For up-to-date information on tuition fees, bursaries and scholarships, visit

6 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 ac.uk/opendays, or contact the Enquiry Unit or International Offi ce for further information. Why not sign up as a Greenwich VIP and create your own Greenwich webpage, personalised to your choice of programme and interests? Becoming a Greenwich VIP is a fast route to ordering our publications, booking an Open Day and fi nding out more about the university. You can also take part in chat sessions with staff and students, receive text and alerts, and enter our online competitions. Sign up at School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences University of Greenwich Greenwich Campus Old Royal Naval College Park Row London SE10 9LS For further information To fi nd out more about studying at the university, please contact: Website: UK students Enquiry Unit Freephone: Fax: courseinfo@gre.ac.uk International/EU students International Office Telephone: Fax: international@gre.ac.uk This document is available in other formats on request University of Greenwich, a charity and company limited by guarantee, registered in England (reg. no ). Registered office: Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS Every effort has been made to ensure that this leaflet is as accurate as possible. However, the university reserves the right to discontinue any class or programme, to alter any programme or to amend without notice any other information printed here. D E August 10