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MSc Cyber Security (Part-Time)

Study Method
In-class
Locations
London
Institution
Northumbria University London
Start Date
October 2021
Course Fees
£7,170
Northumbria University London Courses

Course overview

The issue of cyber security continues to be a major issue for both individuals and large corporations. It has been reported by the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2018 that over four in ten businesses (43%) and two in ten charities (19%) experienced a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months.

Update for September 2021 intake: As a result of Covid-19 and social distancing requirements, we are intending to teach this course using a mix of on-campus and online teaching. For students unable to travel due to travel restrictions in place in their country, students will be able to start online and join us when travel to London is possible. Please check our website for the most up to date information regarding intakes and delivery.

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

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Campus locations

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

Job outcomes

  • Threat Management & Forensics
  • Risk Analytics & Management
  • Policy Mmakers & Strategists
  • Operations & Security Management
  • Engineering, Architecture & Design
  • Chief Technology Officer
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Study method

  • In-class
  • Blended
  • Online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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Duration study load

2 years part-time (15 weekends)

Entry requirements

  • Minimum 2:2 or above from a recognised university in a relevant field (IT/Computer Science/related field) or
  • Professional qualifications that are equivalent to an honours degree
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Assessment

You will be assessed via a range of assessment methods including exams, assignments, presentations and group work.

Delivery

Our MSc Cyber Security is designed to allow you to fit your studies around your working life and is assessed through modular assignments, exams and a final dissertation. All taught lectures are delivered across 15 of weekends spread throughout the 2-year programme. This is based on 2 10am-4pm sessions over 15 weekends. You will also have an additional 6-hours of contact time through a workshop. You will also have 6-hours of contact time with your tutor as part of your final project. This can be on campus or online.

Subjects

Core Modules
Information Governance and Security (20 credits)

This module aims to critically explore the governance, management and security principles that underpin the management of an organisation’s information assets. It will provide you with comprehensive and in-depth knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, theories, standards and frameworks of information governance, information management and information security.

Through the critical analysis of these principles and tools, you will develop a solid practical foundation on which to evaluate a range of organisations’ approaches to information.

Network Security (20 credits)

The main objective of this module is to provide in-depth coverage of the fundamental concepts, principles and technologies for network security. This module will provide students 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.

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.

You will study enterprise wireless deployment elements and methodologies. Basic RF characteristics for mobile systems. 802.11 protocol operation and technologies wireless security issues and attack vulnerabilities.

Information Assurance and Risk Management (20 credits)

This module will provide students 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.

Ethical Hacking for Cyber Security (20 credits)

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

Research Methods and Project Management (20 credits)

Throughout the world of science, engineering, technology and business, the ability to pursue research is seen as a requisite for continued career progression in the appropriate subject discipline. This module introduces students to the nature of research and the processes involved in carrying out research.

General research approaches and methods for research will be introduced including literature searching, evaluation and reviewing. This general introduction will be followed by the inclusion of topics specifically designed to meet the requirements of the students’ programme of study.

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.

This unit aims to provide learners with the experience of undertaking a substantial piece of research related to the modules studied. It will require you to develop, consolidate and apply your independent research, academic study and research project management skills to the investigation of a topic of your own choice that is relevant to your programme of study, your workplace or your future career aspirations

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Payment options

Course fees – £7,170 (UK/EU) per academic year

  • 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.

In light of Covid-19, start dates may vary and these courses may initially be delivered online until a point where normal campus teaching can be resumed. Please check our website for the most up to date information regarding intakes and delivery.

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Job outcomes

  • Threat Management & Forensics
  • Risk Analytics & Management
  • Policy Mmakers & Strategists
  • Operations & Security Management
  • Engineering, Architecture & Design
  • Chief Technology Officer
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Study method

  • In-class
  • Blended
  • Online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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