Forensics & CyberSecurity
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills relating to digital forensics and cybersecurity. Learn to collect, analyse, and report on information found on computers and networks, and apply it in law enforcement and investigations, commercial, private, or institutional applications, and in the context of cybersecurity.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Cert or equivalent is advised, but mature students with work/life experience are also welcome to apply.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
After completing the programme, there are many career opportunities in the forensics and cybersecurity fields, such as law enforcement, commerce, and cybersecurity, as well as in advocacy work, Garda Síochána, addiction services, TUSLA/HSE, research work, and youth work.
Progression
Our programme has strong progression into Higher Education Institutions depending on the strand chosen by the learner. Progress to the following degree courses:
- TU Dublin: TU758 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
- TU Dublin: TU863 – Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
- TU Dublin: TU864 – DNA and Forensics Analysis
- Marino Institute of Education: CM020 – Early Childhood Education
- Marino Institute of Education: CM010 – Education Studies
Further information
Applications for September 2024 Now Open.
SUSI Grant
SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) is Ireland’s single national awarding authority for all higher and further education grants. SUSI offers funding to eligible students in approved full-time third-level education in Ireland and also, in some cases, funding for students studying outside of Ireland. Support is available to all types of students, from school leavers to mature students returning to education. www.susi.ie
1. Choose Your Course
To help choose your course:
- Visit our Programme Advisory Video on our website
- Read this prospectus or visit our website
- Visit the College (Advisory Meetings, Open Days, College Awareness Week)
- Talk to our Guidance Counsellor or Course Coordinator
2. Make Your Application:
When you have decided on your course(s) you should:
- Complete our online application form. You must have a valid email address, mobile number, and your PPSN number to apply online.
- All applications are acknowledged through our online Enrol system. The status of your application can be tracked 24/7 by logging into your Enrol account, which is created for you when you first apply.
3. Advisory Meeting
- Soon after making your online application you will receive an email and text from the College inviting you to view our online Information Session, or attend one of our regular Open Advisory Meetings where any questions can be answered in person.
- Admission to courses are advisory in nature, though some entry criteria apply to all our courses. Leaving Cert/Leaving Cert Applied or its equivalent is normally a requirement, though the College can look at individual cases where criteria may not be met. The advisory meeting also ensures that mature students (over 23) are matched to the right course.
- Following this session/advisory meeting, you will receive an email with details on how to accept your place on the course.
4. Accept Your Place
When you decide to accept your place:
- A non-refundable deposit of €50 can be made by credit or debit card through the Website. The College is a cashless centre and will not normally accept cash or cheques. If you have any issues making your payment please contact the college.
5. Registration and Induction
- Induction and orientation sessions take place at the commencement of courses in September.
- The College will notify applicants of induction and commencement dates, details of fees and the academic calendar.
Join our Forensics & Cybersecurity programme and develop the knowledge and skills to excel in the digital age. Explore the behaviour and attitudes that influence our role in social and IT systems in the workplace, community, and societal contexts. This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills relating to digital forensics and cybersecurity. Learn to collect, analyse, and report on information found on computers and networks, and apply it in law enforcement and investigations, commercial, private, or institutional applications, and in the context of cybersecurity.
Core Modules:
Communications
Research & Study Skills
Math
Criminal Law
Personal & Professional Development
Elective Modules:
Database Methods
network-esentials
Information & Communication Systems
Modules offered may be subject to change due to resource demands.
Work Experience
The programme includes two weeks of work experience.
5M3114 - General Studies.
Certification: QQI Level 5 – General Studies - Code 5M3114.
Please note: Applications for this programme should be made through the Computing, Technology and Computer Science Department on our Enrol application system.
Dundrum College of Further Education,
Dundrum Main Street,
Dundrum,
Dublin 14,
D14 HD83
Email: info@dcfe.ie
Tel: +353 1 298 5412