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MSc Cyber Security

Study Method
In-class
Locations
London
Institution
Northumbria University London
Start Date
January, May, September
Course Fees
£7,170
Northumbria University London Courses

Course overview

With the dramatic increase in high-profile cybersecurity incidents reported in the media, the demand for highly skilled security professionals is growing significantly as businesses across the globe seek to protect their networks and data. Our MSc Cyber Security provides you with a critical understanding of information governance and assurance, combined with technology risk management practices.

In addition to developing the key skills for handling security incidents, you will learn how to identify new and existing threats and the methods by which to reduce them.

Our MSc Cyber Security has been awarded provisional certification by the NCSC.

Response to Covid-19

Our focus is on providing a safe and welcoming learning environment and ensuring continued access to learning.

As a result of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and resulting social distancing requirements, we are intending to teach this course using a mix of on-campus and online learning activities. We continue to be guided by the Government to ensure our campus is Covid-secure.

NU’s legal disclaimer

All information is accurate at the time of sharing. Courses starting in 2021 are offered as a mix of face to face and online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.

Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with restrictions, potentially to a full online offer, should restrictions increase in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.

Please get in touch using the contact form above for the most up to date information regarding start dates.

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Campus locations

  • 110 - 114 Middlesex Street London, United Kingdom, E1 7HT

Job outcomes

  • Software Engineering
  • Network Design and Management
  • Network Security
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • IT Consultancy
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What you'll learn

  • Demonstrate complex and specialised knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity
  • Appreciate innovations, advances and major issues at the frontiers of cybersecurity and their implications
  • Deal with complex issues both creatively and systematically, and show originality in tackling and solving problems
  • Use and evaluate a variety of software, tools and techniques relevant to cybersecurity practices
  • Work both individually and as a member of a team, recognising different team roles and multi-cultural environmental issues
  • Communicate balanced judgements effectively (in writing and verbally) at the appropriate business and technical level with users, management, customers and technical specialists, justifying work in the content of wider theories and practice, including when considering incomplete or ambiguous data

Study method

  • In-class
  • Blended
  • Online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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Duration study load

  • 1 year

Entry requirements

  • Minimum 2:2 (second class) honours degree or equivalent from a recognised university in a related subject
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Assessment

You will be assessed using a mix of coursework and exams.

Delivery

Teaching on this programme is delivered through tutorials, lectures and practicals, totalling between 12-13 hours per week. You will also be expected to engage in independent study, around 29 hours per week.

You’ll be taught by experienced lecturers and academics who use their industry experience to demonstrate how the theories you will learn translate into real-life situations.

Subjects

Core Modules
LD7006
Information Governance and Security (20 credits)

Topics include:

  • Key concepts and principles of information governance and security
  • Information governance, security, risk and business continuity frameworks and standards
  • Legislative and regulatory frameworks
  • Strategies, policy and procedures
  • Risk management and business continuity
  • Embedding information governance and security (incl. roles, responsibilities and culture)
LD7007
Network Security (20 credits)

The main objective of this module is to provide you with in-depth coverage of the fundamental concepts, principles and technologies for network security. This module will provide you with a theoretical and practical understanding of two important aspects related to security namely, data security and network security.

The module will cover a number of topics including cryptography, classical systems, IP protocol security, private and public-key cryptography, cryptographic protocols, hash functions, authentication, signature schemes, email and web security, viruses, and firewalls.

The concepts introduced in lectures are reinforced with the help of extensive hands-on laboratory workshops. You will also have the opportunity to develop practical networking skills by using the Cisco IOS, the configuration of firewalls, switches and routers. You will also explore the wider impact of security via a consideration of related legal, ethical and social issues.

LD7008
Wireless Networks and Security (20 credits)

This module is designed to be suitable for a variety of networking professional roles including those wishing to gain a deeper understanding of 802.11 protocols, security and enterprise deployment. Additionally, it is suitable for wireless network administrators and support or design staff requiring a greater understanding of the new technologies and applications of modern converged networks and delegates seeking Certified Wireless Network Associate (or similar) certification. You will study the following areas:

  • Enterprise wireless deployment elements and methodologies
  • Basic RF characteristics for mobile systems
  • 11 protocol operation and technologies
  • Wireless security issues and attack vulnerabilities
LD7009
Information Assurance and Risk Management (20 credits)

This module will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of the processes used in assuring the security of information during use, sharing, storage, transmission and disposal. It will cover the protection of the integrity, authenticity, availability and confidentiality of all classes of information.

The module is designed to provide a comprehensive framework for ensuring the resilience of business activities during threats and disruptive events thus enabling the assessment of potential risks to the business which could result from disasters or emergencies.

A breakdown of the key areas of information risk assessment – context establishment, an information risk assessment will be followed by the various elements of risk analysis and evaluation. An examination of the treatment of identified risks will be used to illustrate that mitigation is not the only option that organisations. The last element of the module will explore the important aspect of communicating the result of the risk management process with key stakeholders.

LD7010
Ethical Hacking for Cyber Security (20 credits)

This module will enable you to develop a deep understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of Ethical Hacking. An essential part of a modern organisation’s e-security.

The module includes testing and analysis to determine vulnerabilities. Carrying out such work requires a special skill set, which crosses, legal issues, psychology, computer networks along with a detailed understanding of system vulnerabilities and exploits. Additionally, you will be exposed to a collection of industry standard hacking tools and will learn how to apply these ethically to determine system vulnerabilities.

LD7028
Research Methods and Project Management (20 credits)

In this module, you will learn about research and the processes involved in carrying out research and project management, and you will apply them to develop a master’s project proposal. This will include research approaches and methods of research, including literature searching, evaluation and review and project management tools and techniques. You will also consider relevant legal, ethical and social issues and good professional practice.

LD7029
MSc Computer Science and Digital Technologies Project (60 credits)

This module aims to enable you to undertake a substantial academic research project at Masters Level and present the results from this work in both written and oral forms. Your project itself will be a major piece of independent and original research centred at the forefront of your programme discipline within the wider sphere of computer science and digital technologies field.

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Payment options

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  • Scholarship or bursaries are available
  • Student finance is available subject to eligibility
  • A payment plan is available
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About Northumbria University London

QA Higher Education works in partnership with Northumbria University to deliver courses at the Northumbria University London Campus. The London Campus offers industry-focused Business, Computing, IT, Cyber Security and Project Management courses amid the buzz of London’s business and financial district.

Our academic experts and professional support staff are committed to giving students an educational experience that will set them up for life. We offer cutting-edge courses that are at the forefront of current knowledge and practice and are informed by global perspectives.

Response to Covid-19

Our focus is on providing a safe and welcoming learning environment and ensuring continued access to learning.

As a result of the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and resulting social distancing requirements, we are intending to teach this course using a mix of on-campus and online learning activities. We continue to be guided by the Government to ensure our campus is Covid-secure.

NU’s legal disclaimer

All information is accurate at the time of sharing. Courses starting in 2021 are offered as a mix of face to face and online learning. We continue to monitor government and local authority guidance in relation to Covid-19 and we are ready and able to flex accordingly to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff.

Contact time is subject to increase or decrease in line with restrictions, potentially to a full online offer, should restrictions increase in future. Our online activity will be delivered through Blackboard Ultra, enabling collaboration, connection and engagement with materials and people.

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Job outcomes

  • Software Engineering
  • Network Design and Management
  • Network Security
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • IT Consultancy
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Get the course guide

Study method

  • In-class
  • Blended
  • Online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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