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Full time | Newton Park | 1 year | SEP

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Information Security

Course Summary

The UK is a globally leading digital economy, yet its prosperity is reliant upon an ability to secure businesses, data and networks from cyber threats. Costs of cyber security failure are substantial for companies and nation states, with often hidden consequences for wider society. To manage risk, the cyber sector needs rational and resilient people that hold an industry-informed, holistic understanding of current issues and future directions of travel.

This Cyber Security course focuses on preparing you to work in the business and public sector, defending our IT from malicious actors. You'll be taught a range of current skills including attack and defence methods. You'll also be taught to develop, monitor and evaluate cost effective cyber risk management strategies as required by industry.

The NCSC Certification for the MSc in Cyber Security is currently in progress.

Modules

Business Security Architecture (30 Credits) - Core
Critical National Infrastructure (15 Credits) - Core
Critical Vulnerability Analysis (15 Credits) - Core
Cyber Security Bootcamp (30 Credits) - Core
Cyber War (15 Credits) - Core
Dissertation (60 Credits) - Core
Offensive and Defensive Cyber Operations (15 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,225

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,835

Entry requirements

You should have a good honours degree in Computing or a related subject. However, we'll consider applications from you, without a relevant degree, if you're able to demonstrate that you have relevant skills in computing and a passion for the subject.

University information

Bath Spa University offers a range of taught and research postgraduate courses across its two state-of-the-art campuses. The university’s historic Newton Park boasts ultra-modern teaching facilities in historic surroundings, and its Locksbrook Campus is an innovative and inspirational hub for creative practices. At Bath Spa, teaching and research is centred around student experience. The university places high priority in creating a diverse...more

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