MSc Information Technology with Cyber Security

Course Overview

The course will provide you with the core computing and business intelligence knowledge and skills required to work within a technical IT environment. Throughout the course, content is complemented by practical work undertaken in state-of-the-art facilities, using tools and techniques to allow you to match software solutions to the needs of businesses. This practical element will increase your theoretical understanding by developing real-world problem-solving skills, enhancing your employability as a graduate. As a graduate of this you could go on to work in a wide variety of IT careers, for example, to work as a Software Engineer, Applications Developer, Business Analyst, Database Developer, Web Developer, Network Manager, and Administrator. You could also go on to pursue a career in research or academia. Aberdeen is home to many multinational oil and gas companies and associated suppliers such as mainstream software houses, IT providers to major oil-related companies, specialist software consultancies, and venture capital start-ups.

General Eligibility

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honors degree or its equivalent in any NON-Computing discipline.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.