M.Sc. (Information Security and Cyber Forensics)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

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M.Sc. Information Security and Cyber Forensics or Master of Science in Information Security and Cyber Forensics is a postgraduate Forensic Science course. The Cyber Forensics and Information Security program combines the disciplines of technology, business, organizational behaviour, and law. Students learn techniques used to detect, respond to, and prevent network intrusions. They also master broader concepts such as the responsible use of resources, the appropriate management of risks, and the alignment of information technology with the organization. The course helps to protect the information and information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction in order to provide integrity, confidentiality and availability. It is career orienting in nature that opens many opportunities after its passing.

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M.Sc. Information Security and Cyber Forensics Eligibility

• B.Sc. Degree (10+2+3 system of education) in any Science subjects any combination with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examination for admission to the degree courses.

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M.Sc. Information Security and Cyber Forensics Course Suitability

Students who want to gain knowledge in depth in the field of Information Security and Cyber Forensics with a foundation in Computer Science are good suit for it. They should have good complex problem solving skills such as identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Candidates also possess time management skills such as managing one's own time and the time of others.  They also have social perceptiveness like being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

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How is M.Sc. Information Security and Cyber Forensics Course Beneficial?

This course is designed to extend employment, education and entrepreneurial opportunities to the students. The course offers students to maintain an appropriate level of awareness, knowledge and skill to allow them to minimize the occurrence and severity of information security incidents. There are possible opportunities for graduates in information security such as network security engineers, forensic analysts, information security crime investigators, security architects, disaster recovery managers and security analysts. Students can establish responsibility and accountability for information security in organizations. The students will be able to design security procedures and policies.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY

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B.Sc. Degree (10+2+3 system of education) in any Science subjects any combination with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.