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Cyber Crime, Terrorism and Security at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

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Course summary

This MSc addresses some of the biggest global threats to our society today, providing students with the opportunity to critically scrutinise how technology and the online world are changing and how crimes are committed as well as crime and deviance more broadly. It offers a comprehensive exploration of information security, cyber criminology, cyber law, cybersecurity, ethical hacking and human rights while allowing you to get hands-on in simulated, real-world scenarios where you can take on the roles of a cyber attacker, victim and a cybersecurity professional. The multidisciplinary approach will appeal to social sciences students as much as those with a computing/technology background. Industry links We have long-established collaborations with top providers in the industry such as Cisco, CompTIA and EC-Council. This course includes Cisco certification courses in cybersecurity. Facilities and specialist equipment

  • New security operations centre laboratory
  • High-tech Cisco Networking Academy computer networking
  • Simulation software and virtualised environments that prepare you for a wide range of real-life situations and scenarios
  • Use of Hak5 hardware for pentesting activities
Your student experience Block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points and intermediate qualifications so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life. Our computing courses rank 4th overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings for teaching, engagement, learning community, assessment and organisation. Gain a unique perspective on a multidisciplinary course that integrates the fields of cybercrime (social sciences) and cybersecurity (technology). Access our simulated environment where you gain insights into the tools, tactics and mindsets of cyber criminals; analyse and assess vulnerabilities; and deploy threat detection and monitoring techniques in response to cyber incidents. This MSc is delivered by highly qualified experts from both our School of Computer Science and Technology and our School of Applied Social Sciences who use their active involvement in research and consultancy to keep you ahead of the curve. Interact with the industry to gain insights into how it operates while developing your hands-on skills through practical exercises, case studies and real-world simulations. Gain specialist knowledge from interactive workshops and seminars delivered by external experts. Enhance your employability with our focus on developing key transferable skills such as critical thinking; academic literacy; problem-solving; and effective leadership. The course’s MSc research project allows you to explore your unique area of interest. Benefit from your own personal academic tutor.

Modules

Please refer to our website for details on the course modules: https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/courses/postgraduate/next-year/cyber-security

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a UK honours degree or equivalent in computer science, networking, security, or engineering. Applicants without a degree may be granted entry on the basis of their previous industrial work experience. Such work experience should be at least three years and applicants will be interviewed to verify suitability for the course.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For information on the 2025 fees and scholarships please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

For information on postgraduate funding, please visit: https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/postgraduatestudy/postgraduate-fees-and-funding

Cyber Crime, Terrorism and Security at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS