Introduction to Digital Forensics

Education facts

Code: DI8003

The aim of the course is to introduce students to theoretical and practical aspects of digital forensics and information security in relation to societal norms and enable students to familiarise themselves with the methods related to the field. This is to make students understand the different types and complexity of digital evidence, and their significance, limitations and issues with regards to societal values, human rights and legislation. For international students teaching takes place online without meeting at the campus. For exchange students teaching takes place on campus.

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering subject or in computer science. The degree must be equivalent to a Swedish kandidatexamen and must have been awarded from an internationally recognised university. Courses in computer technology, digital communication, computer networks, computer science or digital forensics of at least 90 higher education credits, of which 15 credits must be in Computer networks and 7.5 credits in Programming. Courses in mathematics of at least 15 higher education credits. English 6 or English level 2. Exemption of the requirement in Swedish is granted for those with foreign grades.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Introduction to Digital Forensics

  Halmstad University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 1 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %