Digital Forensics MSc
Postgraduate Certificate / Master's Degree
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€ 499
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ABOUT
Studying master of Digital Forensics at Cranfield University in the United Kingdom:
Today, almost all crimes have a digital element, and forensic science encompasses all criminal justice system. One of the most important fields of forensic science is digital forensics. Master of Digital Forensics is a new discipline that teaches academic operational skills to fill digital forensic statuses. This course equips students with the comprehension of research methods, digital forensic science, and courtroom skills. Students will be exposed to new research aimed at addressing real-world problems to prepare them for entry into the field of digital forensics. Some privileges of this course: understanding of how to use digital forensic science in solving criminal and civil law issues, strengthening and developing the knowledge and skills of present practitioners via in-depth academic investigation, acquiring courtroom skills, research methods, and digital forensic science. Course delivery includes independent study, computer-based hands-on exercises, and traditional lectures.
Course modules:
- Introductory Studies: This module provides an introduction to the basic principles of the course and guides you. You will upgrade your research skills to learn the next modules. Conversation sessions create an opportunity for students to communicate and gain confidence in expressing proven professional opinions.
- Courtroom Skills: This module provides an opportunity for students to become familiar with reporting and statement writing, presenting evidence in court, preparing for cross examination, and criminal and civil law.
- Investigation and Evidence Collection: The purpose is to understand the primary responsibilities of gathering and recording evidence at the crime spot.
- Introduction to Digital Crime and Investigation: Students will learn related processes in digital crime research.
- Digital Forensics Techniques and Traces: The aim is to provide a thorough understanding of the principles of usual digital systems, the artifacts connected with these systems, and techniques for identifying, gathering, and analyzing them.
- Internet Based Investigations: Students will learn different Internet-based services and technologies.
- Programming for Digital Forensics: The goal is to provide skills in using programming techniques to identify, extract, and interpret data.
- Mobile Device Forensics: The goal is to teach different technologies related to methods of observing, gathering, and analyzing data, forensic inspection of mobile devices, and relevant legal concerns.
- Thesis: The purpose is to conduct a main and independent, practical or experimental research related to a particular area of the curriculum by students.
The provided modules may be modified or canceled due to research advances, changes in rules or for various other reasons.
Admission requirements of master degree in Digital Forensics:
The course offers three degrees: MSc, PgDip and PgCert. Students can enter the course to take any of these qualifications, which are held full-time and part-time. Successful completion of the MSc course takes 13 months full-time and three years part-time. Also, PgDip and PgCert courses last one year full-time and two years part-time.
To study the field, students need a first or second class UK honours (or equivalent) in Information Security, Computer Science, Forensic Science, or Digital Forensics. Other qualifications along with representing enthusiasm and knowledge in the subject may be accepted. Applicants who are seeking to apply via the empirical path; they will need at least seven years of experience as a practitioner.
Tuition fees:
MSc Full-time: £26,000
MSc Part-time: £26,000
PgDip Full-time: £18,500
PgDip Part-time: £18,500
PgCert Full-time: £8,100
PgCert Part-time: £8,100
Language requirements of master degree in Digital Forensics:
IELTS: 7.0 overall and 5.5 in all skill components
TOEFL: 100 total and minimum skill component scores of 18 reading, 17 listening, 20 speaking and 17 writing
Pearson PTE: 68 overall and 59 in all skill components
Cambridge Assessment English: Cambridge English Scale score of 190 overall and 160 in all skill components.
Trinity College London: Overall Pass outcome.
Language Cert: Pass overall and 33 in all skill components.
* You can apply for one of the Cranfield’s EAP courses, if you do not meet expectations of the English language arrival.
The expiration date for the exams is only two years of the course start date. Combination of scores in two or more tests is not accepted, all elements of test results must be shown in one test. All test scores are checked with test providers.
Other living expenses needed for studying master of Digital Forensics:
Single student:
- Accommodation: £500-£1000/Month
- Food: £260-£325/Month
- Travel: £40-£50/Month
- General expenses*: £150-£200/Month
Couples and families:
Accommodation:
- Couple: £2,500
- Couple with one child: £2,700
- Couple with two children: £3,000
- Couple with three children: £3,200
Additional guidance:
- Food: £70-£80/weakly per one person
- Clothing and laundry:
Weekly launderette for one person: £5-£8
Winter clothing estimate for one person: £350-£450
- Television: £159/year
University Deadlines:
There is no set time for applying to study in this field. Hence, applicants can apply any time. If accepted, they will be able to study in the next semester.
Start date: October 2022
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accommodation
The School of Water, Energy and Environment, the School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing, and the School of Management are located on the Cranfield Campus, as well as many industrial-scale facilities for research.
There are many facilities on Cranfield Campus, including: student accommodation options, two hotels with full accommodation and conference and banqueting facilities, sports and recreation facilities, and a private airport. Cranfield Campus sports facilities include several tennis courts sports pitches, playing fields, an aerobics stadium, and a fitness center.
Students admitted to a full-time course can apply for on-campus accommodation. They will also be able to find private housing off campus in nearby areas. Cranfield Campus has 1,466 single rooms, 75 studio apartments for couples, and 97 family homes including two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom houses. All dormitories have Wi-Fi internet connection. All students will benefit from Endsleigh insurance, which covers the risks that may occur while living in student accommodation.
Cranfield University provides many opportunities for students to participate in a various range of societies and clubs, such as the Musicians Society, Astronomical Society, and Basketball Club. The Cranfield Student Association is managed by a team of selected students. It is also supported by a small team of staff. Its purpose is to promote student welfare and to organize cultural, social, and sporting activities.
Cranfield has a wealthy collection of library resources and services to support students’ academic work. This collection has nearly 200 academic and leading commercial databases which provide access to in-depth application topics and current information related to the subject under study. It also has more than 22,000 e-journals, as well as core collections of reports, magazines, books, and a range of current awareness services.
Cranfield provides support, services and systems, whether industry-leading software and high-performance computing capabilities or network access. It offers a high-speed, wireless network to provide students with the opportunity to access a wealth of online services. Cranfield IT services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on and off campus, and gives students access anytime, anywhere.
After Graduation
Students will benefit from Cranfield Career Development Services, which have a variety of aspects and functions, from providing 1: 1 coaching to connecting with employers. Students will have access to some key resources before entering the university to prepare their resume for the recruitment season. Upon arrival they will be able to join workshops to create their own professional profile and start applying for vacancies. During the year, Cranfield organizes events, careers fairs, and client presentations to present job opportunities and networking, where students attend interviews and negotiate proposals.
From 1 July 2021, the British Government has launched a new route for international graduates to increase their employment opportunities in the UK. This route welcomes all international students who have successfully completed their course at Cranfield. This visa allows MSc graduates for two years and doctoral graduates for three years to work or search in any position or job they wish and it can be converted to a skilled work visa after finding a job in