List of Computer Forensics Programs

Master of Forensic Sciences with a Concentration in High Technology Crime Investigation

• This George Washington University computer forensics program provides students with a solid foundation in computer forensics and information security. The program has two concentrations: Security Management and High Technology Crime Investigation. The curriculum includes courses in law, computer forensics, investigations and security management. Students with no background in computer forensics must take up to 15 credits in prerequisite courses. A Master’s Comprehensive Examination is required for graduation.

  George Washington University
  Graduate Education Center
  3601 Wilson Boulevard
  Suite 400
  Arlington, VA 22201
  403-248-6200
  www.nearyou.gwu.edu

Master's Area of Specialization Degree

• This Purdue University computer forensics program is a graduate program leading to a Master’s Area of Specialization degree. The curriculum includes courses in quantitative analysis of technology, cyber forensics and hardware. 33 credits and a master’s thesis are required for the degree.

  Purdue University
  401 N. Grant Street
  West Lafayette, IN 47907-1212
  765-494-2561
  www.cyberforensics.purdue.edu

Bachelor of Science in Computer and Digital Forensics

• This computer forensics program is an undergraduate program in which students are prepared for careers in information security, digital analysis and investigations. The curriculum includes courses in law, criminal justice, forensic science, white-collar crime, investigations, network security and ethics. An optional internship is available in the final semester of the program. One hundred twenty credits are required for the degree.

  Champlain College
  163 South Willard Street
  Burling, VT 05401
  802-860-2700
  www.champlain.edu

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems with a Concentration in Computer Security

• This computer forensics program teaches students the latest principles and techniques in computer forensics, network security, information systems and computer investigations. An introductory course in computer information systems is a required prerequisite for admission to the program. The curriculum includes courses in ethics, networking and database management systems. 180 credits are required for the degree. This institution operates on a quarter-hour system. Each course is worth 4.5 credits.

  Strayer University
  P. O. Box 1310
  Newington, VA 22122
  888-378-7293
  www.strayer.edu

Associate in Applied Science in Computer Forensics

• This computer forensics program prepares students for careers as investigators, analysts and technicians in the fields of computer forensics and Internet security. The curriculum includes courses in criminal law and evidence, and criminal justice. An internship and a minimum of 60 credits are required for the degree.

  Community College of Philadelphia
  The Division of Liberal Studies
  Room BR-21
  1700 Spring Garden Street
  Philadelphia, PA 19130
  215-751-8450
  www.ccp.edu