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MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations

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MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

The MSc Cybercrime and Digital Investigations at Middlesex University London is designed for students and professionals seeking a specialist role in community or support services, the police force, child protection, offender services, or corporate environments. As smart, connected devices become the norm, the need for skilled professionals to tackle cybercrime grows. This programme provides an in-depth understanding of the criminological, legal, and research contexts of cybercrime, alongside practical computing skills to address online threats. Students can study full-time over one year or part-time over two years. The curriculum includes core modules and optional specialist modules, culminating in a dissertation or a work-based project. With teaching from leading experts in online safety, the course offers a dynamic learning experience that bridges theory and practice. Whether you are looking to progress in your current career or enter a new field, this master's degree equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to respond to the evolving challenges of digital crime and security.

Tuition Fee Details

UK full-time students: £11,100. Part-time UK students: £74 per credit and £36 per dissertation credit. Tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation. The institution reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

Second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in social sciences.

Other qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications.

English Language Requirements

Other

Applicants must meet the institution's English language requirements. Pre-sessional English courses are available for those who do not meet the minimum requirements.

Other Requirements

Other

Candidates without formal qualifications need to demonstrate three years' relevant work experience and the ability to study at postgraduate level.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Cybercrime and Society

30 Credits

Research Strategies in Social Sciences

15 Credits

Financial Crime Risks from Emerging Technologies

15 Credits

Cyber Safety, Security and Practice

15 Credits

Crypto-Assets and Digital Investigations

30 Credits

Text Mining and Analysis

15 Credits

Terrorism and Violent Extremism

15 Credits

Policing and Investigate Psychology

15 Credits

AI, Ethics, and Digital Society

15 Credits

Drugs and Crime

15 Credits

Short Term Placement

15 Credits

Dissertation

60 Credits

Work Based Project

60 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates may pursue roles in policy development, corporate security, e-investigation, social media safety, anti-money laundering, safeguarding, and data security. Recent graduates have worked for the National Audit Office, BAE Systems, and the NHS as Analysts, System Engineers, and in Risk and Compliance roles.