Cybercrime Law (957M3)
Cybercrime Law
Module 957M3
Module details for 2024/25.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
Cybercrime law covers both the substantive law governing crimes committed using a computer and the procedures through which investigators can collect digital evidence. Cybercrime offenses include computer misuse crimes and traditional crimes that are facilitated using a computer, such as fraud, theft, and possession of child abuse materials. The globalised nature of the internet raises numerous jurisdictional issues concerning which state should investigate and prosecute cybercrime as well as issues for evidence gathering in the digital environment. This module considers UK law and international cooperative instruments aimed at controlling cybercrime and facilitating digital investigations across borders.
Module learning outcomes
Explain and apply the law governing different types of cybercrime offences covered in the module
Critically assess the methods of international cooperation aimed at controlling cybercrime
Demonstrate an understanding of how modern communications technologies challenge traditional evidence-gathering techniques in criminal investigations and the use of evidence in court
Understand and explain the challenges associated with regulating cybercrime, including the jurisdictional issues
Conduct independent research, exercise critical judgement, and write cogently and persuasively.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (5000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
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