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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Internet Security Systems

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

The MSc Cyber Security is an applied computing course that will equip you with the distinct specialist knowledge and analytical skills to pursue a career in cyber security.

You will be able to resolve digital, cyber and network security problems, design, develop and manage computing and network solutions for the resolution of cyber security issues. You'll also have the ability to evaluate current and emergent technologies within their legal, social, ethical and commercial context.

Graduate opportunities

The programme curriculum will enable graduates to pursue careers in a variety of Cyber Security roles including:

  • Cyber security analyst
  • Security tester
  • Security engineer
  • Cyber security and information risk advisor
  • Cyber security/information assurance architect
  • Information security accreditor
  • Cyber security/information assurance auditor IT/network security engineer
  • Cyber security forensics analyst

Assessment and teaching methods

Modules typically use continuous assessments based on a mix of hands-on skills tests, online tests and written work.

Online assessment methods allow us to offer feedback to our students more quickly. Traditional written exams are kept to a minimum.

Modules

The module focuses on crucial analytical techniques for responding to security breaches and investigating cyber incidents. This includes the analysis, evaluation and reverse engineering of malicious code for forensic examination.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£8,900

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£18,800

Entry requirements

UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) which contains a substantial computing or information and communications technology component.