Criminology with Digital Forensics

Skills

Criminology and policing cover a range of disciplines because they deal with crimes and behaviors that affect individuals, businesses, governments, and the criminal justice system.

Future criminologists and policing experts need to understand both internet-related crimes like fraud and the growing role of digital evidence used in investigations. Throughout your degree you will:

• Develop an in-depth expertise in Criminology, Policing and Computing
• Be able to apply Criminology and Policing to the digital world
• Excel even if you don’t have a background in computing subjects. 

Learning

Experience collaborative learning based on real-life scenarios and studio-style lab spaces.

• Benefit from diverse teaching methods drawn from Criminology, policing, and computer programmes.
• Engage in active blended learning with in-class workshops, seminars, and collaborative tasks.

Assessment

Your assessments will allow you to develop as an expert, whilst you build the professional, transferable skills you need in your future. This includes:

• Digital assessments, including website building and podcasting, to develop your computing skills
• Group projects, allowing you to work collaboratively just like in the work-place
• Essays and portfolios. 

Career

Upon graduation you will be well-prepared for careers in:

• Law Enforcement: Confident digital criminologists and law enforcement professionals with expertise in digital technologies and processes.
• Public and Private Sectors: Positions in compliance and risk management, anti-money laundering, digital media investigation, data analysis, corporate forensics, and e-discovery.
• MET Police Service: Equipped with digital skills and digital evidence collection techniques.
• Further Studies: Opportunities for advanced studies to build more technical skills and expertise.