12 monthsProgramme duration
17,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan, May, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
Digital innovation continues to push the boundaries of what is possible within growing companies across all sectors of the globe. However, innovation also unearths vulnerabilities, and our MSc Applied Cyber Security course provides you with the tools and skills needed to make informed, critical decisions when implementing cybersecurity solutions for complex real-world problems.
Designed with future facing learning in mind, you learn the fundamentals of software for digital innovation, big data and business intelligence, and agile development. You also explore professional, ethical, security and social implications of cyber security and acquire a range of practical, professional and transferable skills, including the ability to:
A substantial master’s project enables you to apply your learning to a real-world or research-led problem. This core component allows you to demonstrate expertise by tackling complex challenges in a focused academic or industrial context.
Alongside this qualification, you have the opportunity to gain Microsoft, Adobe and Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications. This course is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their academic and professional careers.
Designed with future facing learning in mind, you learn the fundamentals of software for digital innovation, big data and business intelligence, and agile development. You also explore professional, ethical, security and social implications of cyber security and acquire a range of practical, professional and transferable skills, including the ability to:
- apply advanced, in-depth knowledge of complex cyber security concepts
- analyse and synthesise information at a postgraduate research level
- make informed, critical decisions when applying cybersecurity solutions to complex real-world problems
- analyse and transform data, helping you influence organisational decisions and strategy
- develop strong technical and interpersonal skills to make an immediate impact on major cybersecurity projects
- understand the professional, ethical and legal responsibilities while providing the technical skills needed for immediate impact in your field.
A substantial master’s project enables you to apply your learning to a real-world or research-led problem. This core component allows you to demonstrate expertise by tackling complex challenges in a focused academic or industrial context.
Alongside this qualification, you have the opportunity to gain Microsoft, Adobe and Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications. This course is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their academic and professional careers.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Master's
Study Mode
On Campus
Digital innovation continues to push the boundaries of what is possible within growing companies across all sectors of the globe. However, innovation also unearths vulnerabilities, and our MSc Applied Cyber Security course provides you with the tools and skills needed to make informed, critical decisions when implementing cybersecurity solutions for complex real-world problems.
Designed with future facing learning in mind, you learn the fundamentals of software for digital innovation, big data and business intelligence, and agile development. You also explore professional, ethical, security and social implications of cyber security and acquire a range of practical, professional and transferable skills, including the ability to:
A substantial master’s project enables you to apply your learning to a real-world or research-led problem. This core component allows you to demonstrate expertise by tackling complex challenges in a focused academic or industrial context.
Alongside this qualification, you have the opportunity to gain Microsoft, Adobe and Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications. This course is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their academic and professional careers.
Designed with future facing learning in mind, you learn the fundamentals of software for digital innovation, big data and business intelligence, and agile development. You also explore professional, ethical, security and social implications of cyber security and acquire a range of practical, professional and transferable skills, including the ability to:
- apply advanced, in-depth knowledge of complex cyber security concepts
- analyse and synthesise information at a postgraduate research level
- make informed, critical decisions when applying cybersecurity solutions to complex real-world problems
- analyse and transform data, helping you influence organisational decisions and strategy
- develop strong technical and interpersonal skills to make an immediate impact on major cybersecurity projects
- understand the professional, ethical and legal responsibilities while providing the technical skills needed for immediate impact in your field.
A substantial master’s project enables you to apply your learning to a real-world or research-led problem. This core component allows you to demonstrate expertise by tackling complex challenges in a focused academic or industrial context.
Alongside this qualification, you have the opportunity to gain Microsoft, Adobe and Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications. This course is ideal for those looking to take the next step in their academic and professional careers.
Admission Requirements
6+
2.7+
You will normally have a first degree in related discipline (2.2 minimum) or relevant experience or equivalent qualifications.
1 Year
Jan
May
Tuition fees
Domestic
8,365 GBP
International
17,000 GBP
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