CAO Code LY737

Letterkenny Campus

Bachelor of Science (Ord)

Computer Security & Digital Forensics

3 years / Level 7 / Full-time

Is this course for me?

Our Bachelor of Science in Computing with Computer Security and Digital Forensics equips you with the skills, methods and techniques that apply in Computer Security and Digital Forensics. It’s an exciting field at the forefront of technology security.

Certain semesters of this course are taken in common with other courses.

Year One

SEMESTER	MODULES	MANDATORY/ELECTIVE	CREDITS	CONTACT HOURS
1	Introduction to Programming	Mandatory	10	8
	Computer Architecture and Operating Systems 1	Mandatory	5	4
	Mathematics for Computing 1	Mandatory	5	4
	Personal and Professional Development	Mandatory	5	4
	Web Fundamentals	Mandatory	5	4
2	Introduction to Object Oriented Programming	Mandatory	10	8
	Introduction to Ethical Hacking	Mandatory	5	4
	Computer Architecture and Operating Systems 2	Mandatory	5	4
	Introduction to Digital Forensics and Evidence	Mandatory	5	4
	Mathematics for Computing 2	Mandatory	5	4

Year Two

SEMESTER	MODULES	MANDATORY/ELECTIVE	CREDITS	CONTACT HOURS
3	Network Fundamentals	Mandatory	5	4
	Object Oriented Programming 2	Mandatory	10	7
	Relational Databases	Mandatory	5	4
	Advanced Ethical Hacking	Mandatory	5	3
	Advanced Digital Forensics 1	Mandatory	5	4
4	API Programming	Mandatory	5	4
	Algorithms & Data Structures	Mandatory	5	4
	SQL Programming	Mandatory	5	3
	Network Services	Mandatory	5	3
	Web App Security	Mandatory	5	4
	Advanced Digital Forensics 2	Mandatory	5	4

Year Three

SEMESTER	MODULES	MANDATORY/ELECTIVE	CREDITS	CONTACT HOURS
5	Object Oriented Systems Analysis and Design	Mandatory	5	3
	Secure Systems Administration	Mandatory	5	3
	Software Implementation	Mandatory	5	4
	Academic and Technical Writing Skills	Mandatory	5	3
	Integrated Infrastructure	Mandatory	5	3
	Law of Evidence	Mandatory	5	4
6	Secure Programming	Mandatory	5	3
	Project Management	Mandatory	5	4
	Data Analytics	Mandatory	5	4
	Team Project	Mandatory	5	4
	Secure Network Services	Mandatory	5	3
	Maths for Cryptography	Mandatory	5	3

Add-on Courses

On successful completion of this programme, learners may transfer to the following programmes at LYIT:

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing with Computer Security & Digital Forensics

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate

Minimum Points Score 160
Minimum Five O6/H7
Maths F2/O6/H7
English or Irish O6/H7

Number of Places	36

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Student Experience

-- Sharon McGee

College is a big change in anyone’s life. However, returning to college as a mature student was hugely daunting. Having worked since leaving school I was about to embark on something other people did at 18 years old or so I thought!

In September 2009 I began as a student on the Computer Security & Digital Forensics course. I was nervous and excited and really didn’t know what to expect. I should not have worried though. The student population has changed greatly in recent years and there were people of every age and background in my classes. Everyone meshed together well, helping each other out and helping find new ways of doing and learning. There was no problems in being a mature student. The course offered plenty of challenges and opportunities for learning and covers some really fascinating subjects, many of which I use in my job today.

The college itself has a great staff base and facilities. The lecturers are approachable and fair and many go over and above when it comes to facilitating the learning and growth of their students. There was never a hesitation when asked for advice and they showed great interest in all their students. They are a great asset to the college. The support staff are great and are always there to help. The facilities offered by the college are second to none. They don’t just cater for the educational wellbeing of the students, they have created a centre where all student needs are met.

-- Ryan's Story LY737 – Ryan’s Story –Computer Security & Digital Forensics

Career Pathways

The main employers are:

Enterprises with large networks
Payment card industry
Financial Services Companies
IT Security Companies

Graduate Careers

Graduate careers typically include:

Network Engineer
Communications Specialist
Internet Support
Computer Programmer
Project Manager
Cybersecurity Applications Developer
Digital Forensics Investigator
Security Operations Manager,
Ethical Hacker
Information Security Office
Cryptographer
Cyber Intelligence Specialist
Data Security Specialist
Compliance and Risk Manager
Specialist, Governance
Intrusion Detection Analyst

Employer Testimonials

-- Ciaran Harvey, Pramerica

Pramerica and the Letterkenny Institute of Technology have a long-standing relationship that has evolved since 2000 when Pramerica set up in Letterkenny. Since then, LYIT has been an invaluable partner in helping us find talented, highly qualified candidates for technology and business services positions at Pramerica. LYIT has been to the forefront in developing our skill requirements and has adjusted its curriculum to ensure that its students have the appropriate technical and business skills, knowledge and the mindset needed for a global financial services organisation such as Pramerica. I deeply appreciate the collaborative and the innovative partnership that has developed particularly over the past number of years. Our employee growth and evolution of our service portfolio is testament to our strong partnership with LYIT. I look forward to continuing to work closely with LYIT as it builds a pipeline of talent suitable for our workforce of the future.

-- Padraig Monaghan, UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group, Letterkenny has forged a successful relationship with LYIT in recent years. This mutually beneficial relationship has brought high-caliber candidates in consideration for roles within our operations and IT business. UnitedHealth Group also has found LYIT students to be astute and mature, to possess the skill sets we seek in our top-performing managers, and to be prepared to meet the challenges of a business environment. We look forward to continuing to strengthen the relationship with the LYIT over the coming years.

-- Michael Ellis, SITA

At SITA we have realised great benefits in recruiting graduates from LYIT, through a long standing relationship grown over the past ten years. The graduates come into the workplace well prepared and their skills set is closely aligned with SITA requirements and expectations. A significant percentage of the SITA Letterkenny workforce have come from LYIT and our collaboration efforts with LYIT over the past few years has provided SITA the opportunity to grow our workforce while maintaining our high standards within the industry.

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Key Information

Non Eu students will apply via https://noneuapply.lyit.ie/
There is a €20 application fee that all non eu students need to pay in order to submit their application .
All programmes will start in Sept 2022
Students can apply from Jan 2022 onwards

Fees

EU Fees:

Non-EU Fees: €10,500

Further Information

Department Administration: +353 (0)74 9186351

Head of Department Thomas Dowling
Email: computing@lyit.ie
Telephone: +353 (0)74 9186304

School and Department
Faculty of Engineering & Technology
Department of Computing