Master of Science in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics

Forensic Sciences Courses

Graduate

Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science

Post Graduate

About The Programme

The M.Sc. program in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics at Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM) is meticulously designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in the ever-evolving fields of cybersecurity and digital forensics. As we navigate through an era marked by rapid technological advancements and an increasing reliance on digital platforms, the importance of securing digital information and investigating cybercrimes has never been more critical.

Duration

2 years

	Fee Per Semester	Fee Per Year
FOR BHUBANESWAR CAMPUS		Rs 100,000
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT		$ 2400

Syllabus

B.E. / B. Tech. in Engineering / Technology branches OR B.Sc. (Information Technology (IT) /Computer Science (CS/Electronics)) OR Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) OR B.Sc. Forensic Science in cyber forensic/ digital forensic/ computer forensic OR Equivalent qualification from a recognized University with a minimum of 55% for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and 50% for SC/ST/ PwD candidates in the qualifying examination.

Career Path & Positions:

Cyber Forensics Analyst (Police, CBI, Cyber Cells) → Investigate cybercrimes like hacking and fraud.
Ethical Hacker (IT & Security Firms, Government Agencies) → Protect systems from cyber threats.
Security Analyst (MNCs, Banks, Government Organizations) → Monitor and prevent cybersecurity breaches.
Digital Forensics Expert (Law Enforcement, Corporate Sectors) → Recover and analyze digital evidence.
Penetration Tester (Tech Companies, Cybersecurity Firms) → Identify vulnerabilities in IT systems.
Incident Response Manager (Government & Private IT Firms) → Handle cybersecurity threats and data breaches.
Malware Analyst (Cyber Defense Organizations, Anti-Virus Companies) → Develop countermeasures for malware attacks.
Cybercrime Investigator (Police, Law Enforcement Agencies, NIA, IB) → Work on cases involving cyber fraud and hacking.
Forensic Consultant (Banks, Insurance, Corporate Sectors) → Investigate financial cyber frauds and digital scams.
Cyber Security Trainer (Academia & Research Institutions) → Educate and train professionals in cybersecurity measures.

Scope & Opportunities:

High demand in government organizations (CERT-In, NIA, CBI, IB, DRDO, RAW).
Banking & financial sectors require cybersecurity specialists to prevent fraud.
IT & software companies hire security analysts to protect digital infrastructure.
Law enforcement agencies need digital forensic experts for cybercrime investigations.
Academic institutions & training centers need cybersecurity trainers and researchers.
Startups & MNCs like Google, Microsoft, Deloitte, TCS, Infosys recruit cybersecurity professionals.