Overview
The Digital Forensic Investigation program offered by Staffordshire University is ideal for professionals or graduates who wish to obtain the specialist knowledge and skills required to record crime scenes and analyse electronic evidence using new technologies.
You’ll gain up-to-date knowledge for a career in this fast-moving area of forensic investigation. By using innovative software you’ll be equipped with the skills needed to collect, document, and interpret digital forensic evidence. In the final term, you’ll undertake an independent research project on a topic of your choice relating to this award.
Using real-world scenarios, you’ll apply theoretical understanding and knowledge to practical exercises in computer laboratories and at our crime scene house.
There is no placement as part of this course. However, students may wish to take some form of relevant employment or voluntary work as part of their course. The Staffordshire Forensic Partnership could facilitate work placements for students.
Careers
After completing the Digital Forensic Investigation course at Staffordshire University, you’ll be qualified to work in the following roles:
- Digital forensic analyst
- Digital investigator
- Technical manager
- Intelligence officer
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Advanced Research Methods
- Cybercrime Forensic Analysis
- Digital Evidence preparation and advanced crime scene documentation
- Digital Forensic Fundamentals
- Forensic Investigation Project
- Independent Research Project
- Law, Policy and Practice for Digital Evidence
- Mobile Forensics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 13 months
- Part-time
- 25 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- The earlier you apply, the better.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Forensic Science Criminology Computer Sciences View 120 other Masters in Forensic Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
The entry requirements for the award are normally: An undergraduate degree (2:2) in Forensic Science, Forensic Biology, Forensic Investigation, Policing and Criminal Investigation, Computing, STEM, or a related discipline.
If students do not have the required qualification but have professional experience, we would encourage you to apply as we consider all applications on their individual merit.
Tuition Fee
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International
13846 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 GBP for the full programme during 13 months. -
National
7610 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8245 GBP for the full programme during 13 months.
- Study option UK / Channel Islands Part-time £4,118. per year of study
Living costs for Stoke-on-Trent
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.