MSc Information Security and Digital Forensics at University of East London

The threat of cyber security attacks is increasingly apparent to individuals and organisations across the globe. From hacking to phishing, scamming to grooming, and botnets to cyber-terrorism, the variety and ingenuity of exploits appear to expand constantly. You will also develop a detailed understanding of comprehensive cyber risk management practices for ensuring overall security. two-year master's with an industrial placement year.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Computer Science & Digital Technologies  |  Duration: 1/2 years full-time; 1/2 years full-time (MSc with Placement Year); 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2026, January 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Information Security and Digital Forensics MSc gives you a complete toolkit with five integrated core modules. You'll study Security Management, Computer Security, Digital Forensics, IT & Internet Law and finish with a Professional Life Dissertation, bringing together everything you've learned. Modules include Security Management (30 credits), Computer Security, IT & Internet Law (30 credits), Digital Forensics, Mental Wealth, Professional Life (Dissertation), Industrial Placement.

Career pathways

There is a shortage of skilled personnel in the fields of information security and digital forensics, and graduates of this programme can progress to work in multinational organisations including cybercrime-fighting agencies. In addition, the course will prepare you to sit for ACE Certification (FTK).

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