Overview

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Digital Forensics) provides a comprehensive digital forensics education giving students a broad-based education in information technology together with study in forensic science, forensic criminalistics, evidence evaluation and crime scene management as well as specialist topics in digital forensics.It offers national best practice work experience and … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Program of study
108 Units

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Aims

This comprehensive digital forensics course provides students with a broad-based foundation in information technology together with study in forensic science, forensic criminalistics, evidence evaluation and crime scene management as well as specialist topics in digital forensics.

The course provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development and prepares graduates for further study or for a career in forensic science or information technology.  It also provides experience of working in a team environment in industry and provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in an IT-related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
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Solve specialist digital forensics problems utilising practical criminalistics, evidence evaluation and crime scene management knowledge
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Implement industry best practices to enhance the knowledge to be gained in the analysis of digital devices found at forensic scenes or digital data relating to an event
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Design, develop, install, execute and deploy digital forensic applications, systems software and hardware products
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Solve complex problems through the use of information technology
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Design, manage and analyse complex data-rich forensic environments
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Work effectively both as an individual and as part of a team
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Exhibit a strong, practical understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities

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