MSc Cybersecurity
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This Master's degree offers excellent preparation for the growing cybersecurity sector, focusing on both technical and organisational skills to create secure systems. It covers topics like network security, cybersecurity in organisations, applications of cryptography, and secure and defensive programming.
The course is 100% coursework-based with no exams. Learning involves lectures, seminars, and practical work, using the latest forensic analysis tools. Assessment methods include written reports, practical assignments, and a Computing Master's Project.
Key highlights
- Covers network security and cybersecurity processes, procedures and protocols in organisations
- Hands-on forensic analysis using the latest industry tools
- Explores cryptography, secure programming and defensive programming
- Learn to design secure and resilient systems
- Opportunities to network and collaborate with employers throughout
- Guest lectures, master classes and seminars from external experts
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
- Network Security Engineer
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Security Consultant
- Penetration Tester
- Secure Software Developer
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for careers in a rapidly expanding sector, with potential roles including:
- Security Analyst
- Information Security Manager
- Incident Responder
- Security Architect
- Vulnerability Assessor
Cost of study
The full-time fee for international students is £17,000 per year.
Admission
Applications for this MA programme can be submitted online through the university's website. But we strongly suggest and encourage all applicants to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for help with the process.
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