Cyber Security: Essentials for Forensics

This Specialization brings together three industry-relevant courses Digital Forensics , Mobile Security , and AI for Cyber Security to provide you with a complete foundation in modern cyber investigations. You’ll explore the full lifecycle of forensic practice: from retrieving and preserving digital evidence to analysing complex data sets, reporting findings, and understanding the legal frameworks that govern admissibility in court. You’ll gain the skills to investigate cybercrime across networks, and mobile devices, learning how to extract and interpret artefacts from iOS and Android systems, identify hidden data, and uncover evidence of fraud, harassment, or malicious activity. The program also equips you with cutting-edge expertise in artificial intelligence, giving you hands-on experience applying machine learning models to malware detection, network anomaly analysis, and adversarial defence. This forward looking skillset prepares you to lead investigations in an era where AI is reshaping both attacks and defences. Developed by Macquarie University’s Cyber Skills Academy, a top 1% of university globally and recognised as Australia’s leading cyber security school. Every course is co-designed with experts and tailored to the realities of the cyber workforce. By the end, you’ll have the confidence and practical skills to contribute to forensic investigations, strengthen organisational resilience, and build a career at the frontlines of digital defence

• Conduct digital investigations and recover forensic evidence securely
• Analyse and interpret data from mobile devices and applications
• Apply AI and machine learning to detect and counter cyber threats
• Understand legal, ethical, and compliance requirements for digital forensics

• Basic familiarity with the topic and its common terminology
• Readiness to practice through applied exercises or case-based work