Course summary

Networked computers run our world. From homes to hospitals, airports to banks and all stops in between, everything is connected – but these systems are susceptible to infiltration and attack. On our MSc Cyber Security course, you’ll gain the expertise to become part of the defence. By learning to design, implement and manage computer-based systems security on this masters, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to succeed in a wide range of cyber security roles. This could include security designer, ethical hacker, and digital forensics officer. Starting with the fundamentals, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the different levels of computer and network security. You’ll then explore both the technical aspects and the logistics of planning and implementing network security management. Crucially, you’ll develop the skills to investigate systems after a breach. You’ll also complete a masters project. While you’ll have plenty of support along the way, it’s a solo research project designed to develop your confidence, autonomy and self-sufficiency – qualities that can take you far in the workplace. Right now, there is a demand for cyber security specialists in almost every sector. It is a demand our graduates are equipped to meet. Features and Benefits:

• Professional accreditation – This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BSC, the Chartered Institute for IT) and provisionally certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), providing strong industry connections and a professional focus.

• Excellent standards – Recognised for our expertise, the department is a member of the Oracle Academy and an academic partner of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec).

• Optional placement year – Boost your career prospects and put theory into practice with the option to take an industry placement year.

• Institute of Coding – The Department of Computing and Mathematics is part of the £40m national Institute of Coding (IoC). Our students have access to the IoC’s cutting-edge computer lab to hone their skills in this area.

• Professional study environment – We’ve invested over £115 million to transform the way we teach and the way our students learn. The new Dalton building is equipped with dynamic learning spaces, world-class teaching and research facilities and collaborative study zones. This means you’ll graduate with the skills and experiences employers look for.

• Learn alongside world-leading research – 86% of our research outputs in Computer Science are rated world-leading and internationally excellent (REF, 2021). Our Cyber Security research provides ‘zero-trust’, artificial intelligence-enabled and cryptographic solutions to a range of cyber security challenges helping to deliver secure, resilient, and efficient services.