MSc Cyber Security
Master
In Ormskirk
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Ormskirk
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Duration
1 Year
Cybercrime threats are growing as the economy increasingly depends on the Internet, such as through cloud computing, electronic communication and e-commerce, with estimates showing that they cost the UK up to £27 billion annually.
In addition, surveys from PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills show a significant shortage of information security professionals and a lack of security awareness, especially in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), indicating an urgent need for student education, the provision of up-to-date educational resources, industry training and the embedding of good practice.
This MSc in Cyber Security addresses these requirements by increasing relevant knowledge and skills in line with the UK Government’s National Cyber Security Strategy, while also addressing the national skills shortage in information security.
You will develop an understanding of current issues in information security and cyber security, as well as gain in-depth knowledge of a variety of techniques for strategically managing IT, both as a resource and for analysing and controlling security risks.
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About this course
The MSc has been designed to meet the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) certification criteria for Masters degrees, as well as satisfying the professional body knowledge requirements of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and the Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)².
To join this MSc you should have a degree equivalent to UK second class honours, comprising 50% or more of content in a computing-related discipline. Equivalent knowledge gained in alternative ways, for example through professional experience or completion of BCS Professional Diploma in IT (Level 6), is also accepted for entry to this programme.
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Subjects
- CYBER SECURITY
- Security Management
- IT Strategy
- Computer Forensics
- Computing
- Data Recovery
- Secure Network Systems
- Cloud Application Management
- Security
- Biometric Security
Course programme
CIS4101 Information Security Management (20 credits)
CIS4102 IT Strategy and Management (20 credits)
CIS4107 Computer Forensics (20 credits)
CIS4111 System Penetration Testing (20 credits)
CIS4113 Implementing Secure Network Systems (20 credits)
CIS4208 Research and Development Project (60 credits)
You will select one of the following modules:
CIS4106 Cloud Application Management and Security (20 credits)
CIS4112 Biometric Security and Identity Management (20 credits)
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
Additional information
£4,680 for UK and EU students and £12,250 for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2016/17; £4,860 for UK and EU students and £12,500 for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2017/18.
Tuition fees for part-time study on this MSc are:
£26 per credit for UK and EU students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2016/17, i.e. £520 per 20 credit module; £27 per credit for UK and EU students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2017/18, i.e. £540 per 20 credit module.
How will I be assessed?
We will assess your vocational capability, academic critical thinking and intellectual development throughout the programme. Coursework, case studies, exams and problem-solving exercises may be used. You may be assessed individually or in a group.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by highly qualified, experienced and enthusiastic academic staff who are research-active and fully engaged with the wider business and academic community.
Course Length:1 Year Full-Time, 2-3 Years Part-Time
MSc Cyber Security