B.Sc. Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

The B.Sc. Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) prepares you to protect computer systems from attacks and investigate digital crimes. It is a full-time degree offered at the Kumasi campus. This page explains what the programme typically covers, how competitive entry is, and what you can do with the degree afterwards.

What cybersecurity and digital forensics covers

Programmes of this kind usually combine the technical side of securing networks and systems with the investigative methods used to find digital evidence. You learn about encryption, firewalls, threat detection, and how to respond to security breaches. In digital forensics, you study how to recover data from computers and mobile devices, preserve evidence for court, and analyse how a cyber attack happened. The degree builds practical skills in areas like network security, operating systems, and the legal framework around cybercrime.

How competitive it is to get a place

Entry into this programme is less competitive than many other computing degrees. That means that if your WASSCE grades are good but not outstanding, it is still worth applying. As with all university programmes, you must meet the published admission requirements, and your grades will be considered alongside other applicants. Because the programme is based in Kumasi and runs full-time, you need to be prepared to study on campus during the regular academic week.