Cyber Investigations with Digital Forensics

Networks are a key part of most computer systems. This module will introduce you to the fundamentals of networking and networked systems. You'll develop the understanding you need to investigate relevant computer network standards and protocols. 

In this module you'll explore the fundamentals of computer architecture and operating systems, exploring the nature and consequences of security threats and data breaches, as well as countermeasures. You'll examine the legal, ethical and privacy issues associated with collected data and discuss issues arising with emerging technologies such as smart cities, smart vehicles, the Internet of Things (IoT) and online shopping.

This module will support the development of your academic skills that will be necessary to complete an undergraduate programme of study.

Digital technology is estimated to impact 98% of all reported crimes. This module is designed and delivered by experts in the field, who use their practical experience to supplement academic knowledge of cybercrime. You will learn about digital technology and how it can be used to commit and detect crime. You'll learn practical cutting-edge techniques that will help make you effective digital investigators. Real world scenario based assessments will test your ability to make an impact on digital crime.

Study the processes of gathering evidence, analysis of criminal intelligence, planning of reactive and pro-active investigations and link the concept of criminal investigation to policing.

This module aims to enhance your understanding of computer hardware and develop your skills in planning subject to incident response You'll develop skills necessary for dead-box/live acquisition of evidence and make you aware of legal and ethical issues surrounding evidence handling.

On this module you will examine a range of vulnerabilities and attacks on computer systems and networks. You'll instil a vigilant attitude towards potential system weaknesses and develop an understanding of methods for protecting communication and computer systems. You will be encouraged to take a systematic approach to computer security and you'll integrate your skills by tackling the complex problem of system security.

Our module introduces you to the legislation, policy and investigative considerations to prevent and detect crime committed using digital technology. Digital Investigation is an increasingly important area in providing evidence to support investigations and prosecutions.

Develop transferable career skills to support the management, planning, and evaluation of research, data analysis, and data interpretation.

During this module you'll consolidate knowledge of evidence gathering, police powers and investigation skills learnt at Level 4. We'll introduce investigative interviewing skills and the presentation of evidence in a court of law.

This module aims to extend your investigative knowledge and practice to advanced-level procedures and processes, from reports to court applicable to serious and complex crimes.

Learn the professional skills required to independently investigate a digital incident within an appropriate legal framework.

In this module you'll independently plan, design, research, and produce an in-depth study of a real-world problem closely allied to, the Policing, Law Enforcement, and Investigation syllabus.

This module will further aim to upskill your computer and web-based search skills to a level considered to meet the demands of academic level 6. These learnt skills will be put to the test when you demonstrate your computer and investigative skills in a practical computer / web-based examination.

This module will introduce you to IT systems management practices and principles. You'll start learning the basics of single operating systems and later move onto large-scale systems.

This module aims to raise your awareness of the need for penetration testing, providing you with the experience of testing a network’s security both internally and externally. You'll develop an understanding of the legal and ethical issues concerning penetration testing and be encouraged to expand your knowledge about network security from published research materials and to conduct independent investigations into network security related areas.

This module aims to introduce advanced theories and methodologies in cyber defence and security that enable what is achievable in that regard through the use of security technologies, big data architectures and security policies in IT systems.

The module will provide you with knowledge of the threat that fraud presents to the UK at national as well as local levels. In addition, it will explain how the use of Financial Investigation to recover assets acquired through acquisitive crime, makes committing such crimes less lucrative, and thereby less attractive.

The module develops your understanding of police approaches and critical appreciation of the historical roots of terrorism and counter-terrorism strategies within the UK setting. It helps you to build a critical understanding of the UK's Counter-Terrorism Strategy and legislative framework, together with practical issues concerned with countering terrorism.

You'll study the complexities of investigating criminal offences committed against vulnerable people. You'll look at how police and other agencies work together as well as the challenges of securing convictions against offenders.