Do you want to solve cases by examining digital evidence? Protect computer systems from hackers and malware? Then the Bachelor of Science with a Major in Digital Forensics is for you. Digital forensics is one of the fastest growing career fields. Some estimates say over 100,000 jobs will be available for cybersecurity/digital forensics personnel in the next 10 years. If you want to learn how to conduct cyber security operations and investigations, this program is the perfect fit for you.
The digital forensics major is an interdisciplinary degree program, combining course work in criminal justice and computer science. The focus of the program is an understanding of the procedures and processes necessary to discover, recover, analyze, and present information that has been stored on digital devices.
Students graduating with a digital forensics degree can pursue positions in entry- and advanced-level positions with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies; with many different companies (finance, computer, retail) that need cybersecurity experts; and public and private sector non-profit companies. Students completing the program may also continue on to a graduate studies program (master’s and doctoral-level) in computer science, criminal justice, information systems, information technology, or law.
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Program Requirements
The goal of the required courses for a Bachelor of Science with a Major in Digital Forensics is to provide graduates with the tools they need in computer programming and operations to work effectively within a computer environment, and also the skills needed to understand the behavior of those who may be a threat to computer systems and/or engage in cybercrime. Additionally, graduates will have an understanding of the legal systems and processes necessary to gather digital evidence and support a computer investigation in court if necessary.
All students graduating with the digital forenics major have the option to complete an internship. Students can complete internships in a law enforcement or intelligence agency at the federal, state, or local level; or in a cybersecurity-related position within a business industry such as banking (Regions, Wells Fargo), finance (Visa, Deloitte), computers (Facebook, Google), or retail (Walmart, Target). Students can gain practical experience in their future employment and will be able to test the skills they developed in the program.
Course Catalog
A complete list of program requirements and courses are available in the UAB Undergraduate Catalog Catalog.
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