MSc Cyber Security

Course Overview

This highly specialized program is designed for graduates who want to gain knowledge and skills in advanced topics in data and network security to combat 21st-century cyber threats. It focuses on developing your practical and hands-on skills to pursue a career in the growing market of cybersecurity. Taught in our purpose-built laboratories, the curriculum will cover computer systems and network security, cyber-attacks and defense, intrusion detection and prevention, data security, and network monitoring. These are built on a strong foundation of knowledge in computer networks, both wired and wireless, using industry-standard systems. You will undertake an individual project as part of your Masters's degree which allows you to carry out a substantive work-based project on a topic of your interest either in the University or, where possible, in a company. The program delivery will draw on strong links with industry in its learning, teaching, and professional development incorporating real-world learning through industry case studies, guest lecturer involvement, and supported industry projects.

General Eligibility

You should normally have a Bachelors Degree with Honours awarded at 2:1 in Computing Science, Computer Networking. Applicants with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent, or have at least 3 years of relevant industrial experience may also be considered.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week.

Language Requirement

• IELTS

  • Overall score 6.0

  • No sub-test less than 5.5