Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security

Do you question accepted approaches to cyber security, or wonder how a network intruder or hacker behaves? This course will provide you with an all-round perspective on information security risk and risk management. It is designed to produce highly knowledgeable and skilled graduates to counter the growing cyber security threat facing the world today. Graduates are in high demand in all parts of the Information Technology sector, as security is one of the fastest-growing parts of the industry.

Subjects covered range from the basics of Programming, Networking, Web Development and Databases to Advanced Programming, IT Business Management, Penetration Testing, Secure Programming, and Network Security. In your final year, you will cover advanced topics such as Mobile Device Forensics, Biometrics and Forensics Applications, Application Security, as well as undertaking a project which will feature in our annual graduate showcase.

As well as hands on labs and lectures, students on this course will have the opportunity to take part in regular Capture-the Flag competitions and field trips. Visiting industry specialists help students to develop cutting edge skills by engaging on a range of real world cyber security challenges.

Outside of the classroom, you might consider joining our HackerSoc, which offers a range of annual events and workshops. Alternatively, why not sign up for the qualifiers of the European Cyber Security Challenge. Each year the Irish team is packed with students from our courses aiming to compete with the world’s best in Cyber Security talent.

During your studies, you will have access to state-of-the-art computing, networking and cyber-security labs. You’ll have easy online access to course materials, and on-site support from enthusiastic academic staff willing to share their expertise and knowledge with you.