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Computer Forensics Degree

About the Degree:

Computer Forensics fulfills the requirements for a double major in Computer Information Science and Criminal Justice Administration. Cyber attacks, hacking, and other computer-based criminal activities cost businesses and government organizations billions of dollars each year. Computer Forensics involves techniques for securing computer networks as a precaution against criminal threat.  The Computer Forensics degree option at Missouri Southern State University results in a double major in Computer Information Science (CIS) and Criminal Justice Administration. 


What You’ll Learn:

  • The student must be able to create object-oriented programs of moderate complexity in a currently prominent application programming language.
  • The student must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following: system concepts, operating systems, and networking.
  • The student must be able to design and implement a normalized multi-table database that models a given organization’s information requirements.
  • As a team leader, the student must be able to set team goals, allocate work, and evaluate the team performance. As a team member, the student must be able to execute tasks and produce deliverables.
  • The student must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain employment in the IT field.
  • The student must be able to express him/herself with clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.


This Degree is Great for You if:

  • You want to work as a computer forensics investigator for a city, state or federal law enforcement agency or prosecutor's office.
  • You're interested  investigating evidence left on a user's local machine or ISP server to convict or exonerate accused criminals.
  • You want to work for a major corporation or want to teach Computer Forensics.


Options/Courses of Study:

Current Catalog

Bachelor of Science CIS and Criminal Justice Administration, Computer Forensics Option, BS