Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics
N07 Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics
Course Introduction
The Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics is a specialist course that brings together aspects of technology forensics and risk management in a cross disciplinary program.
Within industry and government, there is considerable interest in developing expertise in enterprise security, forensic investigation and prevention of hostile behaviour, such as criminal activity and breach of corporate and government procedures, in a networked environment. This includes using risk analysis to develop better and safer practices and procedures.
Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to develop skills in the identification and understanding electronic crime and their investigation and prevention through appropriate security measures. It includes key concepts and issues in digital forensics, current law in practical terms, system security and risk management considerations for secure electronic environments.
Graduate Attributes
Within the four required subjects, students will be able to:-
- Understand the technical content of computer forensic investigations and their role in enabling successful investigation and prevention of electronic crimes;
- Appreciate the legal status of an investigation along with current case law and statute in the context of electronic crime;
- Consider risk management in today's electronic environment and the standards and methods commonly in use to reduce or eliminate electronic crime;
- Gain an understanding of computer networks & the internet and the security and protection available from a range of detection and prevention measures
Entry Requirements
An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification plus at least two years relevant and documented professional work experience
Or
Recognised professional experience as required for graduate certificate entry
Course Fee
Fees were $2,300 per 12.5 points subject in 2009
Course Structure
Four subjects must be completed successfully to be awarded the Graduate Certificate. Each subject is worth 12.5 points and the total required is 50 points. Students can commence this course at various times during the year and can complete it over 2 years.
The core subjects that make up the course are:-
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Delivery Dates
Most subjects are taught over 3 sessions which are normally delivered three weeks apart. Each session consists of a Friday afternoon and all day Saturday. This provides an effective learning program that fits well with busy periods of work and lifestyle.
| SUBJECT | SUBJECT CODE | ATTENDANCE DATES |
| Electronic Law Fundamentals | 360-809 | Not offered in 2010 |
| Network Security | 360-808 | Not offered in 2010 |
| Computer Forensics | 360-804 | Not offered in 2010 |
| Advanced Computer Forensics | 360-867 | Not offered in 2010 |
Course Brochure
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Online Resource Information for Current Students
Articulation in to higher awards
This course is part of a suite in the area of e-Forensics and Enterprise Security. The availability of this suite of courses offers a range of entry pathways for studies of the genre. Students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics are able to progress to the Master of eForensics and Enterprise Security.
How to Apply
New Applications are managed by the Student Services Team. Click here for the Application Form and further instructions.
Irna Grace Kostic, Project Manager
T: 61 3 9810 3148
F: 61 3 9810 3149
E: i.kostic@mccp.unimelb.edu.au