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MSc Cyber Security Technology (Part-Time)

Study Method
Blended
Institution
Northumbria University London
Start Date
January 2021, October 2021
Course Fees
£7,170
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Course overview

This MSc will provide you with a recognised postgraduate qualification in Cyber Security Technology. The programme is designed specifically to enable you to update, extend and deepen your knowledge in Cyber Security and related technology and wider digital leadership and technology subjects, in order to enhance and accelerate your career opportunities.

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.

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Campus locations

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

Job outcomes

  • Cyber Security Engineer
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Cyber Security Consultant
  • IT Security and Support Manager
  • Information Security professional
  • Business Analyst
  • Big Data Security Analyst
  • Big Data Developer
  • Network Analyst
  • Network Solution Architect
  • Network Engineer
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Manager
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What you'll learn

Develop an understanding of the architectures and security concepts relevant to cloud computing and data storage.

Study method

  • Blended
  • In-class
  • 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 any discipline (except Cyber Security)
  • Professional qualifications that are equivalent to an honours degree
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Assessment

The assessment for this programme is 100% coursework, with examples including report writing and tangible pieces of work such as a programme or database, portfolio and a final project.

Delivery

You’ll be taught using a range of methods such as workshops, tutorials, directed study and discussion forums, and led by experienced lecturers and academics who use their industry and research experience to demonstrate how the theories, tools, technologies and methods you will learn on the programme translate into real-life situations.

For each module, you can expect 24 hours of overall contact time delivered through interactive workshops and face-to-face classroom sessions. This will be supported by a minimum of 12 hours of guided tutor learning which can be delivered virtually. Examples include tutorials, tutor-led collaborative exercises with peers, discussion forums and video presentations.

Who's it for?

The programme has been designed for those who have an undergraduate degree in any discipline who wish to study for a qualification which focuses on cybersecurity.  The MSc in Cyber Security Technology is ideally suited to those who have no prior learning in cybersecurity, the modular content is reflective of this strategy.

Subjects

Core Modules
Information Governance and Cyber Security (20 credits)

In this module, you will learn about the information governance and cyber security principles that underpin the management of an organisation’s information assets. In doing so, you will critically analyse the key concepts, theories, standards and frameworks of information governance and security, including risk management.

This will enable you to evaluate an organisation’s or the one in which you work, their current approach to information governance and cybersecurity and to advise on the design and implementation of an appropriate strategy for managing an organisation’s information assets to meet legal, regulatory, organisational and/or societal needs for information governance and cybersecurity.

Leadership in a Digital Age (20 credits)

In this module, you will develop new knowledge and skills in leadership in a digital context.

These capabilities are essential for your career development as they enable you to become competent at the visioning, development and deployment of technological strategies and responses to challenges and opportunities in complex organisational environments.

Big Data and Cloud Security (20 credits)

This module will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of cloud and big data security.

This module is a specialist module, and as such will develop your skills in a variety of aspects of cloud security, these capabilities are becoming increasingly desirable by employers as more organisations use the cloud for storing sensitive data.

Computer Networks and Security (20 credits)

The module aims to introduce you to the role and internal operation of computer networks. You will learn relevant concepts and technologies at a layer’s level, and the demands placed upon computer networks and security requirements required to support current and emerging applications successfully

This module provides you with a critical appreciation of computer networks and security. You will learn about the underpinning networking concepts and security consideration to design and implement a secure network using appropriate technologies.

Computer Security (20 credits)

This module builds on ‘Introduction to Computer Networks and Security’ and aims to provide you with a deeper understanding of critical computer security techniques and in-depth knowledge of countermeasures. You will learn relevant, cutting-edge computer security principles, models and terminologies require to secure modern computers.

This module provides you with a critical appreciation of computer security. You will learn computer security concepts, technologies, countermeasures, issues and industry standards.

Research Methods for Professional Practice (20 credits)

This module is designed to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to complete a postgraduate research project which is relevant to Cyber Security Technology and career or future aspirations. As such, in the early part of your studies, you will work closely with careers and professional development specialists to consider your career or future learning opportunities post completion of your degree.

You will subsequently develop a career plan and reflective log considering how your learning from the programme can accelerate the achievement of this plan.

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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

  • Cyber Security Engineer
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Cyber Security Consultant
  • IT Security and Support Manager
  • Information Security professional
  • Business Analyst
  • Big Data Security Analyst
  • Big Data Developer
  • Network Analyst
  • Network Solution Architect
  • Network Engineer
  • Network Specialist
  • Network Manager
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Study method

  • Blended
  • In-class
  • Online

Locations

  • England
    • London
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