Cyber Crime and Terrorism, MA
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Cyber crime and terrorism are among the biggest threats facing society, and are key priorities for government at all levels. This MA will give you an in-depth understanding of the constantly changing nature of online crimes, terrorism and criminal behaviour, opening up a range of exciting career opportunities. Learning from industry experts, with a wealth of academic and practical experience, you will gain knowledge of the threats, trends, issues and responses in terrorism and cybersecurity, as well as the crucial ethical questions.
Our cyber crime and terrorism programme will equip you to confront transnational threats that undermine security, governance and human rights. By critically analysing cyber-enabled crime, extremism and digital vulnerabilities, you can develop advanced skills to contribute to global resilience, policy innovation and ethical strategies that address complex international security issues.
Key highlights
- Taught by industry experts with academic and practical experience
- Covers threats, trends, issues and responses in terrorism and cybersecurity
- Explores crucial ethical questions in countering online crime and extremism
- Critical analysis of cyber-enabled crime, extremism and digital vulnerabilities
- Builds skills for policy innovation and international security strategy
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2:1.
- Degree: 2:2 — Candidates with a 2:2 or with relevant professional work experience may also be considered.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Cyber crime analyst
- Counter-terrorism analyst
- Intelligence analyst
- Security policy adviser
- Cyber threat intelligence analyst
- Police staff investigator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,150 per year | International: £19,850 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 Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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