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Master of Digital Forensics
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
The Master of Science in Digital Forensics is a master-level programme of the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate subject knowledge in Digital Forensics. Use appropriate research and analytical methods
- Evaluate evidence and communicate reasoned conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Computer Forensic Examiner
- Computer Forensic Investigator
- Electronic Discovery
- Incident Response Examiner
- Information Security Analyst
- Malware Analyst
Curriculum
- 30 Credit hours. Courses named include Computer Forensics I
- Incident Response Technologies
- Malware and Software Vulnerability Analysis
- Digital Forensics Skills You’ll Learn. Thesis and non-thesis routes are mentioned. Internship
- Practicum or clinical experience is part of the offer.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band for most courses (6.5 for some).
- Grade/academic selection criteria: Normally a 2:2 UK honours degree or equivalent (51 course pages)
- A 2:1 or higher for a few
- Subject-related for some
- Portfolio or work experience for some
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree with 2:2 or 2:1 equivalent from a recognised university; country-specific grade equivalents at https://www.dmu.ac.uk/international/en/entry-requirements.aspx; ATAS needed for some engineering courses (e.g. MSc Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 60
- PTE Academic 59
- Duolingo 105
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Digital Forensics admission requirements at De Montfort University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,100 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £4,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Leicester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Technology, Arts and Culture |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | De Montfort University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Science in Digital Forensics. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,100 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £4,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £11,520 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo 105, IELTS Academic 6.