Cyber Security

Bucks has strong expertise in the security industry and our academics are experienced industry professionals who facilitate problem-based learning via case-studies and classroom based exercises throughout the course. We have developed a curriculum as well as career resources that reflect the increasing needs for both technical skills and strong business acumen from cyber security employers. We will help you to:

• Obtain the relevant certifications to enhance your employability profile.
• Understand clearance requirements – as many jobs in cyber security require a security clearance which can affect your eligibility.
• Develop professional relationships and demonstrate an interest in the cyber security industry.
• Join an association to help you stay abreast of industry trends.
• Build a portfolio.
• Seek opportunities to demonstrate your expertise by co-presenting at industry conferences and completing relevant projects.
• Look for ways to integrate with professional experience through summer internships, job shadowing or work-study jobs.

Interactive learning experience

You will attend sessions within our specialist computing suite in the Gateway building on our High Wycombe campus. This will include using our specialist networking lab for those modules involving any aspect of network or cloud based development and/or security.

We also see visits from guest lecturers as well as industrial visits as an essential element in order for you to understand current practices and prepare you for working life as a cyber security professional.

Teaching and assessment

The majority of the assessment within the MSc Cyber Security course comes from modules coursework or team projects appropriate to the module, often involving essay or report writing, artefact construction or portfolio construction. However, some modules will also make use of individual and group project presentations, as well as in class time-constrained tests and formal examinations.