Course Title: Bachelor of Science in Computing in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security
The minimum entry requirement for standard entrants is a Higher Certificate NFQ Level 6 award in Computing.
Note: A QQI FET Level 6 Advanced Certificate will not meet the entry requirement for this course.
Covering areas of computer and networking technology with emphasis placed on security and forensics and how this is applied to business needs. The objective of the course is to deepen the knowledge of subject areas by expanding on the fundamentals concepts. This year will focus on the Digital Forensics and Security of Information and introduce the students to working as teams where they will develop a project integrating knowledge from different modules.
IT Requirements: A MEDIUM spec (i.e. able to run Win 10, an AV solution and Office comfortably. Be able to use Wi-fi and camera to attend online classes, use other software such as SPSS, Adobe Connect, Minitab, Maple, so needs more RAM, SSD, etc.)
Please search for the TU Dublin offer on the HEA website www.heanet.ie/store
A typical Digital Forensics and Cyber Security graduate initially works in the area of Penetration Testing, Security Analyst or as a Security Consultant. They will usually start on an average salary of €40,000 with excellent career progression options.
Semester 1
- Computer & Network Forensics
- Secure Communications
- Secure Programming 1
- Penetration Testing
Semester 2
- Network Security
- Secure programming 2
- Web Application Security
- Group Project
Semester 1
- Computer Systems [Mandatory]
- Networking Basics [Mandatory]
- Web Development Fundamentals [Mandatory]
- Fundamentals of Programming 1 [Mandatory]
- Personal & Professional Development [Mandatory]
- Algorithmic Problem Solving [Mandatory]
Semester 2
Semester 1
- Database Fundamentals [Mandatory]
- GUI Programming [Mandatory]
- LAN Switching and Wireless [Mandatory]
- Information Technology Mathematics [Mandatory]
- Object Oriented Analysis and Design [Mandatory]
- Interactive Multimedia [Mandatory]
Semester 2
- Tuesday 6pm - 10pm
- Wednesday 6pm - 10pm
- Thursday 6pm - 10pm
The programme is predominantly online. Some visitations to campus for workshops and assessments may be required.
Funded Applications: This course received Springboard+ funding in 2023. Springboard+ funded courses for 2024 have not yet been confirmed. We are currently closed for funded applications, however we invite you to Register Your Interest for this course and we will contact you should funding become available.
How to Apply: Detailed information regarding the application process can be found on the part-time section of our website.
Further Information: For further information please email springboard@tudublin.ie.
Graduates of this course may progress on to TU885 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Digital Forensics and Cyber Security.