Advanced Certificate In Cyber Security And Digital Forensics
About this programme
Cyber security and Digital Forenisc are one of the most important and in-demand fields in today’s digital world. Both professionals are responsible for protecting information systems and networks from cyber threats, such as hackers, malware, ransomware and phishing. Cybersecurity professionals also design, implement and monitor cybersecurity programs that comply with laws, regulations and best practices. By completing this course, you will gain a solid understanding of the core concepts and principles of cyber security, such as cryptography, network security, risk management, incident response and ethical hacking. You will also learn how to use various tools and techniques to perform cyber security tasks, such as scanning networks, testing vulnerabilities, analyzing malware and conducting penetration tests. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to start or advance their career in cyber security. Whether you are a student, an IT professional or a career changer, this course will help you develop the skills and confidence to pursue your cyber security goals. The course consists of several modules that cover different topics and domains of cyber security.
Entry requirements
Category A: Senior High School (SHS) Certificate holders Must have six (6) credit passes (A-C) including three (3) Core Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science/Integrated Science, and three (3) Electives. Senior High School (WASSCE) applicants with 6 credit passes (A1 – C6) in 6 subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (English, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies) and three (3) elective subjects in their WASSCE. Category B: School Certificate/GCE Holders Must have five (5) credits at the GCE ‘OO” level including English Language and Mathematics as well as two (2) “A” Level passes in relevant subjects excluding General Paper. Category C: Mature Applicants Category C: Mature Applicants Must be at least 25 years by 1st February or 1st September of the academic year one wants to enroll. Must have credit passes in Core Mathematics or English, and Must pass a mature entrance exam in a general paper (including English and mathematics) and a special paper (to test standard achievement in subjects relevant to the programme for which he/she is applying) in lieu moderated by our affiliate University of Education, Winneba. Category D: HND Holders Must have a Higher National Diploma(HND) or an equivalent diploma in relevant field with at least a Second Class Lower Division pass Must have at least two years post-HND working experience Qualified applicants will be admitted to level 300 Category A,B or C are still applicable.
Career prospects
Computer Forensics Investigator. Computer Forensics Technician. Information Security Analyst. Information Systems Security Analyst. Forensic Computer Analyst. Security Consultant.