The M.Sc. in Digital Forensics and Homeland Security (DFHS) is a cutting-edge postgraduate program designed to equip students with technical expertise, investigative skills, and legal knowledge to combat cyber threats, digital crimes, and national security challenges.
The program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering digital forensics, cybersecurity, homeland security, cyber laws, and investigative methodologies, ensuring a well-rounded education. Students receive hands-on training in state-of-the-art forensic labs, work on real-world case studies, and engage in industry collaborations, gaining practical exposure to advanced forensic techniques. The program also emphasizes legal and ethical aspects, providing a strong foundation in cyber laws, compliance, and ethical hacking. This program is ideal for individuals passionate about investigating cybercrimes, securing digital assets, and contributing to national security.
B.Sc. with Mathematics
B.Sc. with computer science
B.Sc. with IT
BTech from any branch
The admission is based on merit.
The M.Sc. Digital Forensics and Homeland Security (DFHS) program provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to cybersecurity, digital forensics, cyber terrorism, cyber warfare, and homeland security. The curriculum is designed with industry-relevant coursework that blends technical expertise, investigative methodologies, legal frameworks, and intelligence analysis. The program emphasizes hands-on training, using advanced forensic tools, security frameworks, and real-world case studies to equip students with the skills necessary for combating cyber threats and securing critical national infrastructure. With a strong focus on law enforcement applications, risk assessment, and incident response, graduates emerge as highly skilled professionals ready to contribute to national security, corporate security, and cybersecurity consulting roles.
| Code | Subject | Credits | |||
| Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Total | ||
| MDFHS101T | Introduction to Cyber Security | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS102T | Homeland Security & Defense Strategies | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS103T | Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) and Forensics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS103P | Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) and Forensics – Practical | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| CE315T | Cryptography & Information Security | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CE315P | Cryptography & Information Security-Prcatical | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| CS402T | Introduction to Forensic Science and Cyber Law | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
. MDFHS104T | Elective-1: Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
. MDFHS104P | Elective-1: Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies -Practical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Code | Subject | Credits | |||
| Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Total | ||
| MDFHS201T | Mobile Forensics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS201P | Mobile Forensics – Practical | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| MDFHS202T | Cyber Terrorism & National Security | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS203T | Malware Analysis and Forensics | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| MDFHS203P | Malware Analysis and Forensics – Practical | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
. MDFHS204T | Elective 2: Cloud & IoT Security and Forensics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
. MDFHS204P | Elective 2: Cloud & IoT Security and Forensics – Practical | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| MDFHS205T | Incident Response and Digital Forensics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS206T | Web Application Penetration Testing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MDFHS206P | Web Application Penetration Testing – Practical | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Code | Subject | Credits | |||
| Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Total | ||
| Internship Project 1 – Fulltime – Industry Attachement/ Startup Incubation /Dissertation | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
| Research Methodology | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| Code | Subject | Credits | |||
| Lecture | Tutorial | Practical | Total | ||
| Internship Project 1 – Fulltime – Industry Attachement/ Startup Incubation /Dissertation | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 | |
| Thesis / Research Paper Submission | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |