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Computer security is one of the key challenges in contemporary computing. You will gain critical knowledge within the cyber security and digital forensic domains, combining academic principles and industrial practice. The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities. Course specialisms include network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, cryptography, audit and compliance, and host and mobile digital forensics. The specialisation you gain in the taught modules is further developed through an extensive research-based MSc dissertation project, leading towards a mastery of a subject area and enhancing your particular specialism. Typical entry points to this course are in January and September. Please enquire for more information. Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting applications from international applicants for this programme for January 2025.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Computer security is one of the key challenges in contemporary computing. You will gain critical knowledge within the cyber security and digital forensic domains, combining academic principles and industrial practice. The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities. Course specialisms include network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, cryptography, audit and compliance, and host and mobile digital forensics. The specialisation you gain in the taught modules is further developed through an extensive research-based MSc dissertation project, leading towards a mastery of a subject area and enhancing your particular specialism. Typical entry points to this course are in January and September. Please enquire for more information. Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting applications from international applicants for this programme for January 2025.
Admission Requirements
2.7+
6+
80+
56+
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above in a Computing discipline e.g. Computing, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Software Engineering, or Cyber Security.
Other IT disciplines may be considered provided a minimum of 50% of the modules undertaken in the last two years of study were Computing related.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience.
1 Year
Jan
Sep
Domestic
7,650 GBP
International
21,430 GBP
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MSc Cyber Security
Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
# 651-700QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgramme duration
21,430 GBPTuition Fee/year
Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities.
Course specialisms include network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, cryptography, audit and compliance, and host and mobile digital forensics.
The specialisation you gain in the taught modules is further developed through an extensive research-based MSc dissertation project, leading towards a mastery of a subject area and enhancing your particular specialism.
Typical entry points to this course are in January and September. Please enquire for more information.
Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting applications from international applicants for this programme for January 2025.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities.
Course specialisms include network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, cryptography, audit and compliance, and host and mobile digital forensics.
The specialisation you gain in the taught modules is further developed through an extensive research-based MSc dissertation project, leading towards a mastery of a subject area and enhancing your particular specialism.
Typical entry points to this course are in January and September. Please enquire for more information.
Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting applications from international applicants for this programme for January 2025.
Admission Requirements
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above in a Computing discipline e.g. Computing, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Software Engineering, or Cyber Security.
Other IT disciplines may be considered provided a minimum of 50% of the modules undertaken in the last two years of study were Computing related.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience.
Domestic
International
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