B.Sc in Digital Forensics in Kolkata

The course is offered by CCPTR-ISOAH Data Securities Pvt. Ltd. in collaboration with MAKAUT (West Bengal State Government University).

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MAKAUT
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, WB
(Formerly known as West Bengal State University of Technology)

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4 years (8 Semesters)
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How can you move forward with
Fast-paced Technology?

This chart illustrates a wide range of roles within the field, showing how students can explore various paths such as Cybersecurity Analyst, Forensic Computer Analyst, Information Security Analyst, and more, each contributing significantly to the field. This diversity not only highlights the vitality of the sector but also the broad spectrum of opportunities available to students interested in pursuing a career in Digital Forensics.

What Can a Degree in
Digital Forensics Do for You?

See the Program highlights

  • Course: B.Sc in Digital Forensics
  • Degree: Bachelor Degree from MAKAUT (State Govt University)
  • Duration: 8 Semesters (4 years)
  • Mode: Full-time, 5 days a week. The course consists of both practical and theoretical training
  • Eligibility: 10+2 from any recognised board having Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry Computer Science or Computer Application or equivalent as one of the subjects
  • Fee: Rs.43,000/- per Semester (8 semesters), one-time Registration Fee (Admission Fee, Development Fees & Caution Fees) of Rs.13,650/-
  • Venue: ISOAH (Indian School of Anti Hacking), Kariwala Towers, 4th Floor, Plot J/1-5, Block EP, Sector V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata - 700091 – MAKAUT University, WB Partner Institute (Previously WBUT, State Govt University)

What Our Students
Say About Us

Raj Nandi
Raj Nandi
B.Sc. in Digital Forensic (MAKAUT) 2nd Semester

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"The Great Infrastructure and teachers are all very good and teaching is aslo excellent."

Ajitesh Maity
Working in Infosys

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"ISOEH has helped me to grow into a promising software professional by superb courseware, excellent faculty and latest development tools. Now I am working in Infosys Ltd and very much confident to face any challenge."

Shrobon Biswas
Student at WBUT college

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"Excellent course material and well qualified faculty at ISOEH has helped me a lot to score good marks in college semesters."

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Our Instructors

Sandeep Sengupta
Sandeep Sengupta
CISA, Certified Ethical Hacker, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Lead Privacy auditor, GDPR Implementer

With over 27 years of experience in Information Technology and Cyber Security, Mr. Sandeep Sengupta has made significant contributions to the field, providing solutions across India and internationally, including Singapore (2009-2010) and New Zealand (2002-2003). He is a certified lead auditor for standards such as ISO 27001 (Information Security), ISO 22301 (Business Continuity), ISO 9001 (Quality Management), and ISO 27701 (Data Protection & Privacy/GDPR). Additionally, he holds certifications as a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Mr. Sengupta has conducted audits for organizations such as PwC, KPMG, Tata Steel, SAIL, Capgemini, Genpact, ITC, Airtel, Vodafone, ONGC, National Power Grid, Bandhan Bank, PayU, Vedanta, and Accenture, among others. He collaborates with law enforcement agencies, including the CID and Lal Bazar Police Cyber Cell, on cybercrime investigations.

Sukriti Santra
Sukriti Santra
M.Tech CSE specialization in AI, PhD pursuing

Subhajit Roy currently serves as the Head of the Department for BSC sections, specializing in Cyber Security and Digital Forensic. He is actively pursuing his Ph.D. at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar, building upon his educational background with a B.Tech and M.Tech in Electrical Engineering from West Bengal University of Technology (currently MAKAUT). With over 8 years of teaching experience and more than 4 years in administrative roles, he has demonstrated expertise in the field.

His scholarly contributions include authoring over 20 publications in international journals, books, and conferences, as well as reviewing more than 40 articles. Subhajit has successfully supervised over 15 undergraduate projects and 6 postgraduate projects, excluding one externally funded project by the Institute of Engineers (India).

Saumitra Biswas
Saumitra Biswas
M Tech - Computer Science, MSc (Statistics), GATE qualified

Saumitra Biswas is M.Tech in computer science from Netaji Subhash Engineering College, GATE qualified in computer science and a MSC in statistics from Kalyani University. His technical interests include Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Genetic Algorithms and Object Oriented Programming. He is skilled in C, C++, C#, Dotnet, Java, Python, Matlab, Unix, MS Windows XP, Windows 7, My SQL, Oracle, MS Access, HTML, XML, CSS and PHP. He take classes on AI & ML in ISOAH, as well as act as mentors to interns & project trainees.

Course Syllabus

Course Structure

Year Semester Paper Name
Year: First Semester: I Paper Name: Fundamentals of Digital Systems
Paper Name: Introduction to Programming
Semester: II Paper Name: Introduction to Digital Forensic & Cyber Laws
Paper Name: Data Structures using C++
Year: Second Semester: III Paper Name: Operating Systems and System Software
Paper Name: Computer Networks and Network Security
Paper Name: Biometric Security
Semester: IV Paper Name: Database Management Systems and Security
Paper Name: Software Engineering
Paper Name: Applied Cryptography
Year: Third Semester: V Paper Name: Computer Forensic
Paper Name: Preserving and Recovering Digital Evidence
Semester: VI Paper Name: Mobile Forensic and Wireless Security
Paper Name: Malware Analysis
Year: Fourth Semester: VII Paper Name: Research Work
Semester: VIII Paper Name: Internship cum On Job Training
Year Semester Paper Name
Year: First Semester: I Paper Name: Computer Organization
Paper Name: Discrete Mathematics 1
Semester: II Paper Name: Data Communication
Paper Name: Discrete Mathematics 2
Year: Second Semester: III Paper Name: Microprocessors
Paper Name: Linux and Java Programming
Semester: IV Paper Name: Forensic Science and Development in Society
Paper Name: Operations Research

* Students can earn the credits by choosing elective courses from MOOC's basket for this segment – MOOC's basket will be updated on every six months i.e. prior to start of every semester (odd and even).
** Credits will be transferred as per the scheduled guidelines.
*** MOOC's basket will be shared once it updated.
**** Maximum Credit Points can be transferred Upto 20 out of Total Credit Point 140 from MOOC's Courses.

Year Semester Paper Name
Year: Third Semester: V Paper Name: Advance Digital Forensic
Paper Name: Security Threats And Modelling
Paper Name: Advance Digital Forensic and Cyber Crime
Semester: VI Paper Name: Crime Scene Investigation
Paper Name: Financial Offences
Paper Name: Dissertation in Semester – VI
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Year: Second Semester: III Paper Name: Cyber Security
Semester: IV Paper Name: Image Processing and Pattern Recognition
Year Semester Paper Name
Year: First Semester: I + II Paper Name: Environmental Science
Paper Name: English Communication

The School / Department will have an option to take either of the two papers in a Semester (I or II), while the students have to appear in both the papers.

Curriculum Structure

Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Fundamentals of Digital Systems
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Fundamentals of Digital Systems Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Introduction to Programming
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Introduction to Programming Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Students will have to choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: English Communication
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Introduction to Digital Forensic & Cyber Laws
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Introduction to Digital Forensic & Cyber Laws Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Data Structures and Algorithms
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Data Structures and Algorithms Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Students will have to choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: Environmental Science
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Computer Networks and Network Security
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Computer Networks and Network Security Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Cyber Security
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Cyber Security Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Biometric Security
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: Students will choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No.: 7 Course Name: Students will choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Cryptography
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Cryptography Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Software Engineering
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Software Engineering Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Image Processing and Pattern Recognition
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: Students will choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No.: 7 Course Name: Students will choose from the GE Basket
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Computer Forensic
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Computer Forensic Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Preserving and Recovering Digital Evidence
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Preserving and Recovering Digital Evidence Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Students will choose from the DSE Basket
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: Students will choose from the DSE Basket
Sl. No.: 7 Course Name: Project Work
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Mobile Forensic and Wireless Security
Sl. No.: 2 Course Name: Mobile Forensic and Wireless Security Lab
Sl. No.: 3 Course Name: Malware Analysis
Sl. No.: 4 Course Name: Malware Analysis Lab
Sl. No.: 5 Course Name: Students will choose from the DSE Basket
Sl. No.: 6 Course Name: Students will choose from the DSE Basket
Sl. No.: 7 Course Name: Project Work
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Research Work
Sl. No. Course Name
Sl. No.: 1 Course Name: Internship cum On Job Training

Career Development Journey with
Industry Leaders

During the program, ISOAH guides you from the basics to advanced forensics, with hands-on labs, internships, and expert-led workshops. Forge your path in the high-demand tech market!

Step: 1

Orientation sessions with career counsellors to set goals and understand the digital forensics landscape

Step: 2

Introduction to Basics of Digital Forensics

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Workshops on real-world applications of cyber laws and networking in digital forensics, as well as conducting advanced workshops and guest lectures from field experts.

Step: 4

Hands-on LAB sessions to apply data recovery and encryption methods

Step: 5

Training on using specialised forensic software and handling mobile-related cyber issues

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Facilitate internships with industry partners

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Support in undertaking a significant capstone project; guidance on publishing research

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Mock exams, interview preparation workshops, resume-building sessions, and job placement support

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This Program?

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What’s in for You?

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Comprehensive Knowledge Base

Students gain a solid foundation in digital forensics, combining computer science, criminal justice, and cybersecurity disciplines.

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Practical Skills Development

Through hands-on labs and real-world projects, students develop practical skills necessary for collecting and analysing digital evidence.

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Internship Opportunities

The program includes internship placements at significant industry locations, providing students with real-world experience.

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Expert-Led Instruction

Courses are taught by industry experts and auditors, ensuring students learn from seasoned professionals.

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Government and Private Sector Preparation

Training prepares students for roles in both government and private sectors, including police, military, and corporate security.

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Legal and Ethical Training

Students learn the legal aspects of digital forensics, ensuring they can handle evidence and investigations ethically and legally.

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Incident Response Training

The curriculum includes incident response, teaching students how to react swiftly and effectively to cybersecurity breaches.

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Advanced Technological Tools

Access to the latest forensic tools and technologies through advanced labs sponsored by corporates.

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Research and Development Skills

The program encourages students to engage in research, enhancing their ability to innovate and solve complex problems.

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Career Readiness and Placement

With a focus on interview preparation and strong industry connections, the program boasts a high placement rate for graduates in relevant cybersecurity roles.

Cost-saving Course that
Secure your Future

Fee:
Rs.43,000/-
per Semester (8 semesters)

Registration Fee (Admission Fee, Development Fees & Caution Fees):
Rs.13,650/-
one-time

task_altFaculty are working professionals from the industry

task_altThe most advanced Syllabus made by industry experts. Immersive Learning with100% Practical

task_altICS, SCADA, PLC; HMI-based attacks, Side-Channel attacks

task_altCID & Kolkata Police officers are trained here. Get a Chance to Work with Government Security Industries

task_altWhile you study, you work on our LIVE projects to get hands-on industry experience

task_altInternship at a Security Audit firm

task_altGovt. Approved Graduation Degree from a leading Government Institute in West Bengal

task_altOpportunities in Multinational Companies. Job Ready Program With 100% placement assistance

task_altGet a Chance to Earn Good Salary – up to 6 lakhs

Upcoming Session starting from June 2024

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FAQs

The course duration is 4 years (8 Semesters).

The course is administered in equal measures of practical and theory.

10+2 from any recognized board having Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry or Computer Science or Computer Application or equivalent as one of the subjects.

India is confronted with a scarcity of digital forensic professionals, especially at the top corporate levels. Hence the field has seen increased salaries offered for such roles by 25-35% over the past year.

Freshers are offered starting salary of 30k per month to 2 lakhs per month. As per Nasscom, INDIA needs 5 lakhs digital Forensic professional over coming 5 years. Currently INDIA has only 50,000.