Master of Computer Forensics

An Undergraduate Library Subject Guide providing suggested resources and other information for beginning research on the topic Master of Computer Forensics.

Overview
Master of Computer Forensics focuses on identifying data breaches, phishing, or other cybersecurity threats to a company or government agency. Students learn to identify potential risks, address the underlying problems, and prevent future attacks through appropriate software and forensic tools. Further, Uganda does not have any University currently offering this program and yet there are so many cases of computer related crimes being reported in media with the lack of qualified professionals who can aid the police in collecting evidence of these crimes.


Jobs Available in Computer Forensics

Computer Digital Forensic Investigator

Computer digital forensic investigators search the personal devices of suspects in order to identify information that could be relevant to a criminal case.

Computer Programmer

Computer programmers write and evaluate code that computers use to function. Because computer forensics experts have an understanding of programming languages, they may also be qualified for computer programmer positions.

Cyber Forensics Analyst

Cyber forensics analysts help investigators and detectives during the investigation of crimes. They recover deleted or encrypted data using processes that allow it to be admitted into court.

Computer Forensics Technician

A computer forensics technician searches for information that may be relevant to an ongoing case. They search through personal devices and storage devices to uncover and submit evidence.