Computer Security & Forensics Swe - BEng/BEng(Hons) - Full-time

Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career. Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of Security and Forensics, Software Development and Computer Networks. After four years, you’ll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems.

Combining three of the most sought-after streams of computing, this course capitalises on the rising awareness of the importance of network security, and is a valuable foundation to a successful and well-paid career. Two years of general computing studies will lead you to the specialty areas of Security & Forensics, Software Development and Computer Networks. After four years, you'll have the expertise needed to create and analyse effective and secure computer systems. Covering the CCNA syllabus of industry leader Cisco, this course is accredited by the British Computer Society, and will equip you with the tools you need to play a role in the future direction of technologies that support the Internet and key communication systems. This degree programme also offers you the chance to undertake a paid work placement, giving you valuable industry experience which will enhance your CV and may lead to further employment on graduation. Initially, you'll learn the fundamentals of computing, and become proficient in systems, software, data transmission, the Internet and user integration with systems. You'll then progress to the design, implementation and maintenance of complex networked systems, plus the development and implementation of complex security and other applications. You'll develop skills in collecting, preserving, analysing and reporting on security and digital forensic investigations, graduating with a qualification that includes Microsoft and Cisco professional certification. Modules studied in the first two stages will help you towards gaining Cisco CCNA accreditation, an industry-recognised qualification. Professionally accredited by: View Full Screen

What's involved Studied full-time, the course will involve lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, independent study and a one year paid work placement in Year 3. A Degree will take 3.5 years to complete and an Honours Degree will take 4.5 years. Year 1 Software Development 1, Computer Systems 1, Practical Networks 1, Introduction to the Information Profession, Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction, Option 1 Year 2 Software Development 2, Practical Networks 2, Database Systems, Systems and Services, Applied Cisco Networking (Security/Wireless), Option 2 Year 3 Work Placement Year 4 Networked Services, Security and Forensic Computing, Application Development, XML Web Services, Advanced Security and Digital Forensics, Honours Project (start) Year 5 (Trimester 1) Information: Society and Security, Distributed Systems, Honours Project (end)

Requirements at a glanceEntry to the courseTypical year 1SQA HigherBBBC A LevelCCC Irish Leaving CertificateB2, B2, B2, C1 at higher level Subjects requiredStandard Grade (3 or above) English and Maths. GCSE (Grade C or above) English and Maths. Typical year 2SQA Advanced HigherBBC A LevelABB Subjects requiredComputing or IT HNCB in Graded Unit In related subject Typical year 3HNDB in Graded Units In related subject .Fees Table2012/3 2013/4 Scotland £1,820 £1,820 European Union £1,820 £1,820 Rest of UK £6,500 £6,630 Overseas £9,690 £10,080 Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University.Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.