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University of Lancashire

MSc Cybercrime Investigation

Name: MSc Cybercrime Investigation
Price: £9450 GBP

UNIVERSITY OF LANCASHIRE

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Full time | Preston Campus | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Computer Security Systems

Course Summary

Cybercrime is a relatively new and growing area for both civil and criminal investigation. Our MSc in Cybercrime Investigation has been developed by law enforcement practitioners to enhance knowledge and practical skills in the areas of behavioural psychology, criminal investigation and the technical aspects of obtaining computer-based evidence. Aimed at personal professional development for current investigators in the criminal and private sector and as a natural progression for graduates in Computer Forensics, Psychology or Policing. Modules include Research Skills, Behavioural Dynamics of Cybercrime, Digital Forensic Technology, Open Source Internet Investigation, Policing of  cybercrime, and a research project for your dissertation. A range of potential careers are available to those studying MSc Cybercrime including working in the fields of Policing, Civil investigation, the military, and National Crime Agency.

Modules

FZ4701:Research Methods - Core

The module is designed for you to understand the nature of the scientific method and the techniques in social science research as applied to the collection analysis and interpretation of social and management data. Your project will develop as the module progresses and you will use relevant information from the module to justify the methodology of your case study.

FZ4707:MSc Dissertation - Core

FZ4720:Open Source Internet Investigation - Core

FZ4721:Policing Cybercrime - Core

PC4012:Trends in Digital Crime - Core

PS4401:Behavioural Dynamics of Cybercrime - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees

Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,450

International fees

Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,900

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree or equivalent. Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits in the light of the nature and scope of the programme and relevant experience.

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The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate learning today. The university’s main campus is located in Preston, Lancashire – a small yet thriving city which was recently named the best city in the north west of England to live and work (Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index, 2024). The university has a student and staff community of around 42,000 people...more

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