| Course Name |
Computing in Digital Forensics & Cyber Security |
| Course Provider |
Institute of Technology Blanchardstown |
| Course Code |
BN311 |
| Course Type |
Higher Education Direct Entry |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Ordinary Bachelor (Level 7 NFQ)
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Institute of Technology Blanchardstown |
Level 7 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Blanchardstown |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Method of application: Direct to ITB (before 1st of June) |
| Qualification Letters |
BSc |
| Duration |
1 year add-on. |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
Holders of an appropriate Higher Certificate in Science in Computing should apply to ITB by 1st June of the year for which admission is sought. Entry is subject to normal entry requirements.
Note: Students who apply for this course have a choice of this programme or the Bachelor of Science in Computing Information Technology (BN302). |
| Application Date |
Before 1st June for which admission is sought. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Course Content |
Expand+Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Overview
Is this for you?
Aimed at anyone who likes to question accepted approaches to cyber security and thinks about how a network intruder or hacker would behave. This degree is designed to provide you with...
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Is this for you?
Aimed at anyone who likes to question accepted approaches to cyber security and thinks about how a network intruder or hacker would behave. This degree is designed to provide you with an all round perspective on information security risk and project management.
Computing Overview
What
Modern computing covers a wide area of related and interconnecting technologies, skills and disciplines from understanding the architecture of modern computer systems and building them, to systems analysis, computational intelligence, artificial intelligence and natural language processing.
Why
Computing is a hugely vibrant, fast changing, exciting and interesting area in which to study, work and play.
Who
Sociable, progressive, naturally curious types who enjoy the company of like-minded people, like technical topics and love problem-solving, games and fun.
How
Because we’re located in the heart of “Ireland’s Silicon Valley”, there’s no better place to prepare yourself for a future in computing. We have state of the art computer, network and digital forensic labs. The courses mix both theory based and practical hands-on subjects designed to equip you with practical computer build and maintenance skills; advanced technical, design and programming skills; and the communication and entrepreneurial skills you’ll need to build a rewarding career in this dynamic, exciting and crucial industry.
Computing students can receive dual accreditation for industry certified programmes such as VMware, CompTIA, Cisco, SAS and Citrix as part of their computing programmes.
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| Subjects Taught |
Year 3
Semester 1
• Computer & Network Forensics
• Secure Programming 1
• Secure Communications
• Penetration Testing
Semester 2
• Network Security
• Web Application Security
• Secure Programming 2
• Group Project |
| Number of Credits |
60 |
| Comment |
Expand+Good To Know
The development of the Technological sector in Ireland has
been a major success story. Ireland has been successful in attracting a cluster of major companies involved in this industry and is home to:
• 10 of the top 10 Global ICT com...
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The development of the Technological sector in Ireland has
been a major success story. Ireland has been successful in attracting a cluster of major companies involved in this industry and is home to:
• 10 of the top 10 Global ICT companies
• 9 of the top 10 global software companies
• The top 10 ‘born on the internet’ companies
• 4 of the top 5 IT Services Companies
• 3 of the top 3 global security software companies
• 3 of the top 3 global enterprise software companies
• The department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation recently stated that there will be more than 44,500 potential job openings for ICT professionals over the period 2013 to 2018
arising from expansion and replacement demand.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Transfer and Progression
BN420 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing in Digital Forensics & Cyber Security
Graduates are in high demand from all parts of the Information Technology sector as security is one of the fastest growing parts of the industry. |
| Further Enquiries |
Institute of Technology,
Blanchardstown,
Phone: 01 885 1000
Email: info@itb.ie |
| Download Application Form |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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