The Executive Master of Science in Digital Forensics program at University of the Cumberlands prepares candidates for the advanced practice role of recovering and investigating data lost to computer crime, fraud, abuse, or other illegal activities. In addition to nurturing the skills necessary for digital forensics, the program offers a curriculum based upon need within the industry.
The graduate degree in digital forensics for international students is comprised of the following 31 required credit hours including core courses, electives and the one hour applied learning practicum. Students can choose to specialize in cybersecurity or criminal justice.
Digital Forensics Core Courses – 19 Credit Hours Required
Core Courses – 18 Credit Hours Required
- MSDF 530 – Investigation and Triage
- MSDF 531 – Windows Digital Forensics
- MSDF 534 - Wireless Security and Forensics
- MSDF 630 – Digital Forensics Evidence
- MSDF 633 – Laws, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance
- MSDF 634 – Web Browser Forensics
Applied Learning Practicum - 1 hour required
Digital Forensics with Criminal Justice Specialization Approved Elective Courses - 31 Credit Hours Required
Digital Forensics Core Courses – 18 Credit Hours Required
- MSDF 530 – Investigation and Triage
- MSDF 531 – Windows Digital Forensics
- MSDF 534 - Wireless Security and Forensics
- MSDF 630 – Digital Forensics Evidence
- MSDF 633 – Laws, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance
- MSDF 634 – Web Browser Forensics
Applied Learning Practicum - 1 hour required
Students are required to complete 12 credit hours from the following approved blocks by selecting two of the three blocks listed for the criminal justice specialization:
Block One
Block Two
- CROL 635 Legal and Ethical Issues in Homeland Security
- CROL 636 Critical Issues in Homeland Security
Block Three
Digital Forensics with Cybersecurity Specialization Approved Elective Courses - 31 Credit Hours Required
Core Courses – 18 Credit Hours Required
- MSDF 530 – Investigation and Triage
- MSDF 531 – Windows Digital Forensics
- MSDF 534 - Wireless Security and Forensics
- MSDF 630 – Digital Forensics Evidence
- MSDF 633 – Laws, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance
- MSDF 634 – Web Browser Forensics
Applied Learning Practicum - 1 hour required
Required Elective Courses for Cybersecurity Specialization- 9 Credit Hours
- MSDF 532 – Windows Registry Forensics
- MSDF 631 – Malware Analysis and Mitigation
- MSDF 632 – INFOSEC Leadership and Communications
Approved Elective Courses - Additional 3 Credit Hours Required