Waterford,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Honours) in Applied Computing (Computer Forensics and Security) in Co. Waterford Ireland | South East Technological University
South East Technological University
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Co. Waterford Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
14,500
(c. USD16,743.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Similar to how a crime scene must be protected, digital crime scenes also require careful preservation. Specific protocols exist for safeguarding evidence, and students are trained in these techniques. Digital investigations frequently deal with cases involving child exploitation, extortion, financial scams, and information breaches. Prosecutors have leveraged digital forensic evidence as crucial proof in homicide and theft cases, utilizing tools like cell phone analysis.
Digital forensics applies scientific principles to electronic data to uncover factual evidence for legal proceedings. This field typically examines computer systems to detect potential illegal or unauthorized usage. The BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (Computer Forensics & Security) is a four-year honors program available through the BSc (Hons) in Computer Science Common Entry Pathway. This curriculum prepares students with expert competencies to protect, oversee, and analyze digital crime scenes and cyber environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
CAO POINTS
306 -577
Leaving Cert: Entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Computer Forensics & Security):
2 subjects: H5
4 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O3/H7
The entry route for this programme is from WD001 BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Common Entry). Applicants who select degree option WD001 CFS (Computer Forensics & Security) are guaranteed a place in that programme, subject to meeting the entry requirements and points. Applicants who are undecided about their degree option should choose WD001 GEN. At the end of year 1, students must confirm their degree option and may change their selection up to that date.
All students whose first language is not English must be able to provide evidence that their spoken and written level of English is adequate for the programme for which they have applied. The relevant certified documentation to support this shall be provided as part of the application process. An approved English language qualification or test result (see below for list of approved qualifications and test results). The qualification or test result shall have been awarded no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Substantial education (minimum one academic year) or work experience (minimum eighteen months) conducted through English and undertaken no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Satisfactory completion of an interview process for entry onto the programme.
IELTS - 5.5 IELTS (minimum of 5 IELTS in each component), TOEFL Computer Based Test - 196 (min score of 15 in each component), TOEFL Internet Based Test - 70 (min score of 15 in each component), TOEFL Paper Based Test 550.
306 -577
Leaving Cert: Entry requirements for the BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Computer Forensics & Security):
2 subjects: H5
4 subjects: O6/H7
English or Irish: O6/H7
Mathematics: O3/H7
The entry route for this programme is from WD001 BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing (Common Entry). Applicants who select degree option WD001 CFS (Computer Forensics & Security) are guaranteed a place in that programme, subject to meeting the entry requirements and points. Applicants who are undecided about their degree option should choose WD001 GEN. At the end of year 1, students must confirm their degree option and may change their selection up to that date.
All students whose first language is not English must be able to provide evidence that their spoken and written level of English is adequate for the programme for which they have applied. The relevant certified documentation to support this shall be provided as part of the application process. An approved English language qualification or test result (see below for list of approved qualifications and test results). The qualification or test result shall have been awarded no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Substantial education (minimum one academic year) or work experience (minimum eighteen months) conducted through English and undertaken no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Satisfactory completion of an interview process for entry onto the programme.
IELTS - 5.5 IELTS (minimum of 5 IELTS in each component), TOEFL Computer Based Test - 196 (min score of 15 in each component), TOEFL Internet Based Test - 70 (min score of 15 in each component), TOEFL Paper Based Test 550.
Tuition
EUR
14,500