Bachelor of Science with Honours (Fnd) - BSHF

Level 6 Core

Level 6 Optional

Level 6

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Level 3 Core

Level 3

Study Semester

Optional Study Semester

Level 5 Core

Level 5 Optional

Level 5

Programme Structure

72 UCAS tariff points with a maximum 20 UCAS Tariff points from Ordinary Level

72 UCAS tariff points with a maximum 20 UCAS Tariff points from Ordinary Level Offerings: All

72 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels. Maximum of 20 AS points accepted

72 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels. Maximum of 20 AS points accepted Offerings: All

72 UCAS tariff points Offerings: All

International applications will be considered in line with UK qualifications Any Applicant whose first language is not English will be required to have IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)

International applications will be considered in line with UK qualifications Any Applicant whose first language is not English will be required to have IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component) Offerings: All

At least 24 Merits and 21 Passes or any other combination which equates to 72 UCAS Tariff points in a relevant subject

At least 24 Merits and 21 Passes or any other combination which equates to 72 UCAS Tariff points in a relevant subject Offerings: All

Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional skills Level 2 in Maths/ English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number

Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional skills Level 2 in Maths/ English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number Offerings: All

Demonstrate knowledge of research strategy and methods while using these to investigate policing issues and policing problems including those associated with computer forensics.

Demonstrate awareness of professional, legal, security and ethical issues

Understand the ethical implications of policing enquiry

Demonstrate the skills necessary to plan, conduct and report a research project

Systematically evaluate key concepts, theories and methods informing the study of policing and computer forensics.

Have knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to Computer Forensics.

Recognise the relevance of the study of policing to social, public and civic policy

Evaluate investigation methodologies in terms of general attributes.

Demonstrate knowledge of Internet protocol, networking, network investigations, explain hardware / software and use of computer forensics tools to perform investigations.

Utilise methods and skills to solve well-defined computer-based problems

Have developed reflexive thinking skills and to recognise the importance of reflection in the development of personal and professional practice

Work independently and as a member of a team

Apply numerical skills to cases involving a quantitative dimension.

Synthesise knowledge of key concepts that underpin modern policing and by critical reflection deepen their understanding of contemporary issues such as diversity, leadership, multi-agency working, neighbourhood policing and problem solving.

Define computer security and its impact upon computer forensic investigations.

Independently engage with the subject literature, analyse and assess it to support critical and normative judgements on policing issues and theories with relevant evidence and structured argument

Use Information and Communication Technologies known as ICTs and traditional methods for the retrieval and presentation of information

Communicate effectively and fluently in speech and writing

Retrieve and organise relevant information effectively

Apply skills of literature search, critical review and selection of relevant sources to enable the systematic synthesis and treatment of key materials and relevant policy documentation

Critically evaluate and testing of theories, concepts and systems.

Define identified aspects of the criminal law, policing policy and practice and be able to select, illustrate and apply the appropriate use of these aspects in given scenarios

Critically evaluate and test theories, concepts and systems

Demonstrate how to write software to solve problems using the software development process.

Demonstrate knowledge of Physical and logical security, legal issues, privacy, internet security, protection including computer forensics.

Apply major theories and concepts to the study of policing

Apply skills in choosing and applying appropriate methods for research and the treatment of collected data with appropriate analytical methods

Apply skills of reflective practice to study and programme activity as part of continuous development and to prepare for professional practice

Have a clear understanding of how to effectively and creatively manage a computer forensics investigation.

Critically evaluate contemporary research issues

Specify, design and construct programs to be used for the purpose of computer forensics.

Have knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to Computer Security

Have been exposed to and applied a range of tools, techniques and procedures used in complex Computer Forensics investigations: Networking, Security and Privacy tools, ethical principles and legal procedures.

Course Catalogue

Policing Studies and Cybercrime - 45641 - BSc (Hons) (Fnd)