Network and Computer Systems Security, MSc

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£ 8,250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

Overview
This programme is designed for graduates with a good first degree in computer science, information systems or other computing-related subjects, with some knowledge of computer networks from study at undergraduate level. It is suitable for both new graduates wishing to specialise in networking and computer security and IT professionals who wish to further their skills and move into this area. It covers relevant skills, software and hardware technologies, and the more theoretical studies that underpin everyday practice. In addition, it ensures that students have a basic understanding of the international standards and legal and regulatory requirements that pertain to computer security in different nations.
The programme also provides hands-on training in current industry-standard tools for implementing security (such as access control, authentication, encryption and key management). Graduates are therefore able to contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets.
The programme also provides hands-on training in current industry-standard tools for implementing security (such as access control, authentication, encryption and key management). Graduates are therefore able to contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets.
Though our short course centre opportunity may also be provided to study for the following professional qualifications: CISCO Certified Network Associate; Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment.

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About this course

Entry requirements
Applicants should have:
* If candidates fall short of these requirements, relevant work experience may be taken into consideration. See entry requirements online for more details or seek an interview with the programme leader.

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Subjects

  • Access Control
  • Computer Security
  • Access
  • Computing
  • Testing
  • Network
  • Systems
  • Industry
  • Network Training

Course programme

Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory courses.
PG Project (CIS) (60 credits)
Cyber Security (15 credits)
Audit and Security (15 credits)
System Administration and Security (15 credits)
Managing IT Security and Risk (15 credits)
Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
English Language Support Course (for Postgraduate Students in the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
Web and Intranet Content Management (15 credits)
Software Tools and Techniques (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
Enterprise Web Programming (15 credits)
Computer Crime and Forensics (15 credits)
Penetration Testing (15 credits)
Mobile and Network Technologies (15 credits)
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Additional information

Extra information Assessment Students are assessed through examinations, coursework and a project. Professional recognition This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). On successful graduation from this degree, the student will have fulfilled the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and partially fulfilled the education requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Scientist (CSci). For a full Chartered status there are additional requirements, including work experience. Please contact the BCS for further information. The programme also has accreditation from the European Quality Assurance Network for Informatics Education (EQANIE). Careers Upon successful completion of this programme, students are proficient in network, computer and systems security and are in a position to follow careers in these areas.

Network and Computer Systems Security, MSc

£ 8,250 + VAT