Management and Science University

Overview of Diploma in Computer Forensic in Management and Science University Malaysia

Computer forensics is the investigation of illegal or unauthorized activities or transactions made through computers or other digital media. The services of individuals who are experts in computer forensics are engaged to uncover such activities; electronic fraud, cyber-attack, illegal use of company computers, or intellectual property theft. Skilled professionals with the capability to interpret digital data are thus in high demand, and this programme produces them. The curriculum of the Diploma in Computer Forensic will equip you with the most up-to-date skills to carry out comprehensive technical analysis of networks and computers

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

i. A pass in SPM with at least credit in any 3 subjects inclusive of Mathematics or any equivalent qualification;

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ii. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject or any equivalent qualification and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;

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iii. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul (pass) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;

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iv. A pass in SKM Level 3, and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;

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v. A pass in any qualifications equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, MQF) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.

Candidates without a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the Certificate programme contains subjects in mathematics that are equivalent to mathematics at SPM level.

Candidate with a credit in computing related subject at SPM level or its equivalent may be given preferential consideration.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Year One

• Basic Discrete Mathematics
• Introduction to Criminal Law
• Data Communicationand Network
• System Analysisand Design

Year Two

• Network and Computer Security
• Fundamentals to Database
• Industrial Training

Year Three

• Operating System
• Computer Trouble Shooting
• Linux Programming

CAREER PROSPECTS

• Digital Forensics
• Cyber Programmer
• You may also find employment in law-enforcement agencies and consulting companies.