Computer Security and Forensics, BSc Hons at University of Greenwich

This degree in computer security and forensics explores computer science, communication systems, software development and security management.

This degree in computer security and forensics will give you practical experience in using current-generation tools and techniques to develop, maintain and monitor secure computer systems. Our modules cover the security of networks, users and applications, as well as computer crime, forensic methods and evidence collection. Popular careers for our computer security and forensics graduates include systems development, maintenance and administration.

This degree is accredited by BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT, the body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing industry. Once you graduate, this can lead to full exemption from some of the BCS professional awards.

What you should know about this course

•  By studying this degree you'll be provided with skills which reflect industry demand of IT security specialists who are able to conduct fortensic analysis of modern computer systems
•  The course provides you with theoretical and practical experience in developing computer and software systems, using the very latest technologies
•  Experience a wide variety of programming languages, tools, paradigms, and technologies which will enable you to gain a firm grasp of the science behind computer and software systems
•  By undertaking a work placement, you'll be able to experience how data is collected and analysed within a real world environment
•  This course is accredited by BCS - The Chartered Intitute for IT, up to and including the 2019 intake. Re-accreditation is pending an accreditation visit in early May 2019. The course can lead to full exemption from the BCS Certificate, Diploma, Professional Graduate Diploma and PGDProject, as well as partial chartered engineer status.