The M.Sc. (Digital & Cyber Forensics) program at MGM University's School of Basic & Applied Science provides advanced training in investigating cybercrimes and analyzing digital evidence. Students develop specialized expertise in forensic data acquisition, malware analysis, network forensics, mobile device examination, and evidence preservation while gaining practical experience through dedicated forensic laboratories, case simulations, and industry-standard tools used in professional investigative environments.
The curriculum balances technical proficiency with legal frameworks, preparing graduates for specialized roles in law enforcement agencies, corporate security divisions, and forensic consultancies. With focused coursework in incident response, cryptanalysis, cloud forensics, and expert testimony preparation, students learn to conduct thorough investigations while maintaining chain of custody and legal admissibility. Through collaborative projects with cybersecurity organizations, courtroom simulation exercises, and research on emerging forensic challenges, graduates emerge equipped with the analytical capabilities, technical skills, and procedural knowledge needed to uncover digital evidence and combat sophisticated cybercrime in evolving technological landscapes.
Eligibility
(a) Maharashtra State Candidate:
The Candidate should be an Indian National and having domicile of Maharashtra state and / or born in Maharashtra state.
Graduate (B.Sc.) Community Science, Food Nutrition and Home Science as one of the Subject or its equivalent examination and the candidate should have appeared in MGMU - CET 2026 should obtain non zero score in MGMU - CET 2026.
OR (b) All India Candidates:
The Candidate should be an Indian National.
Graduate (B.Sc.) Forensic Science / Physics/ Chemistry / Biology / Maths / Botany / Microbiology / BDS / B. Pharm / as one of the Subject or its equivalent examination and the candidate should have appeared in MGMU - CET 2026 should obtain non zero score in MGMU - CET 2026.
Key Features:
Digital evidence collection and preservation techniques
Cyber crime investigation and incident response methods
Forensic analysis of computers and mobile devices
Network forensics and intrusion detection systems
Malware analysis and reverse engineering skills
Legal frameworks and courtroom testimony preparation
This Laboratory is used by second year as well as third year students for carrying out Practicals related to Web development, Python, Android, JAVA, Database management systems etc.
This Laboratory is used by second year as well as third year students for carrying out practical related to Big data Computing, Mobile computing, Microprocessor programming, Image processing etc.
This Laboratory is used by third year students for carrying out practicals related to Software Engineering, Computer networks, Enterprise Resource Planning etc.
