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University of Plymouth
MRes Maritime Cyber Security
University of Plymouth

MRes Maritime Cyber Security

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

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Qualification type

MRes - Master of Research

Subject areas

Information Security

Course Summary

This is a research-based degree for those interested in cyber-physical security related to marine and maritime technology. This includes policy, penetration testing, forensics, human-in-the-loop research on current and future issues. This programme offers opportunities for both technical and non-technical research approaches.The University of Plymouth has a world leading group of maritime cyber security specialists and facilities which the course will take full advantage of. Students will have access to CROWN – Cyber-Resilience of Offshore Wind Networks , Cyber-SHIP Lab and the Marine Station.Students will be embedded within a multi-disciplinary research team who regularly engage with key stakeholders within the sector (national/international governments, navies, defence primes, commercial shipping companies, maritime equipment manufacturers etc).Choose from a range of optional modules to best supplement your existing knowledge.Build the skills required to assimilate knowledge from multiple disciplines related to cyber-physical security in the maritime sector and apply them to the research area of your choice (autonomy, decarbonisation, offshore structures, ships, ports).

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,700

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,000

Entry requirements

Typically, a first-class honours degree or equivalent in a cybersecurity, computing-related or a marine/maritime-related subject (technology, operations, navigation), or a 2:1 honours degree with a 1st class grade or equivalent in a research project or dissertation. Applications will be considered from well-qualified graduates in other disciplines with relevant experience or interests – contact us for advice. Applicants with a wealth of relevant work experience but no degree may also be considered – contact us for advice. Applicants are encouraged to include in their personal statement a paragraph describing what aspect of their background provides a useful foundation for this degree.

University information

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The University of Plymouth’s campus is centrally located within Britain’s Ocean City, perched on the south western coast of Devon in between scenic Cornwall and the historic Dartmoor National Park. Plymouth is a research-intensive institution and has won awards for its eco-initiatives while becoming established as a leading university for sustainability. The university campus boasts nine award winning cafés, the Jill Craigie cinema, the...more

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