University of Central Florida

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Digital Forensics (MSDF)

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Digital Forensics (MSDF) degree is composed of two programs: Professional and Science/Computing. These programs use common core courses and tailored electives to achieve common educational goals with different focus areas.

The Digital Forensics master's degree is a collaborative effort between various UCF academic departments (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Forensic Science of Chemistry, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies) and the National Center for Forensic Science (NCFS). NCFS is both a national center, as part of the National Institute of Justice Forensic Research Network of the Department of Justice, and a state Type II Center. NCFS is based in the UCF College of Sciences as a forensic science research center and is housed in Orlando's Research Park, adjacent to UCF.

International Student Requirements:

International students are required to provide the International Services Center (ISC) with several immigration documents and forms required for the issuance of the I-20 or DS-2019. International students must demonstrate their proficiency in the English language. International students, except those who are from countries where English is the only official language, those who have earned a degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or those who have earned a degree from a country where English is the only official language or a university at which English is the only official language of instruction

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above