MSc Cybersecurity via Study Centres
University of SunderlandPartner centre, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course is excellent preparation for jobs in cybersecurity. You’ll study network security and cybersecurity in organisations, looking at the processes, procedures, and protocols required to implement effective secure and dependable systems. Using the latest forensic analysis tools, you’ll interrogate data and systems, examining applications of cryptography, secure programming, and defensive programming.
You'll also learn how to design a secure and resilient system. You'll gain practical experience throughout, working with tools and technologies used in industry. This will give you the confidence to be productive and effective when you go out into the workplace.
We'll provide you with opportunities to network and collaborate with employers throughout your studies. Your learning will be further enhanced by contributions from external experts. For example, through guest lectures, master classes, seminars, and careers sessions.
Key highlights
- Covers network security and cybersecurity within organisations
- Hands-on use of the latest forensic analysis tools
- Explores cryptography, secure programming and defensive programming
- Learn to design secure and resilient systems
- Practical experience with industry-standard tools and technologies
- Guest lectures, master classes and networking opportunities with employers
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include computing or a 2:1 or above in a relevant non-computing discipline; or above
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant non-computing discipline; or above
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Security engineer
- Digital forensics analyst
- Penetration tester
- Information security consultant
- Security architect
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £19,000 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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