Computing - Digital Forensics and Cyber Security
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Do you question accepted approaches to cyber security, or wonder how a network intruder or hacker behaves? This program will provide you with an all-around perspective on information security risk and risk management. It is designed to produce highly knowledgeable and skilled graduates to counter the growing cyber security threat facing the world today. Graduates are in high demand in all parts of the Information Technology sector, as security is one of the fastest-growing parts of the industry. Subjects covered range from the basics of Programming, Networking, Web Development, and Databases to Advanced Programming, IT Business Management, Penetration Testing, Secure Programming, and Network Security. In your final year, you will cover advanced topics such as Mobile Device Forensics, Biometrics, and Forensics Applications, Application Security, as well as undertaking a project which will feature in our annual graduate showcase. As well as hands-on labs and lectures, students in this program will have the opportunity to take part in regular Capture-the Flag competitions and field trips. Visiting industry specialists help students to develop cutting-edge skills by engaging in a range of real-world cybersecurity challenges. Outside of the classroom, you might consider joining our HackerSoc, which offers a range of annual events and workshops. Alternatively, why not sign up for the qualifiers of the European Cyber Security Challenge? Each year, the Irish team is packed with students from our programs, aiming to compete with the world’s best in Cyber Security talent. During your studies, you will have access to state-of-the-art computing, networking, and cyber-security labs. You’ll have easy online access to course materials, and on-site support from enthusiastic academic staff willing to share their expertise and knowledge with you.
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A charge of €3,000 is payable by each student to cover essential student services. European Union nationals attending full-time undergraduate courses are normally only required to pay the student contribution, otherwise EU nationals who are following a second or subsequent third-level course, depending on the type and duration of the previous course attended will be liable for the total annual fees. Application deadline for EU students is February 1.
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High School Diploma with CGPA of 2.4/4 plus successful completion of TU Dublin Foundation or another recognised pre-university foundation with relevant subjects 60% - 65% or High School Diploma with CGPA of 3.0/4 plus SAT score of 1090/1600 [Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 560, Math 530] OR ACT score of 21.There is an option to enter with successful completion of one year of a Bachelors Degree/Associate Degree with overall average of 2.8 GPA or above with relevant subjects at a recognised third-level or higher education institution in addition to completion of senior high school. This assessment will be on a case-by-case basis.
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