Course summary
Technology is transforming society in all sorts of ways; from the way that assembly lines are controlled to the way we socialize, we depend on computer systems. Increasingly that dependency means that we are vulnerable to cyber attacks which, if successful, could undermine our national institutions and critical infrastructures, steal our personal data or gain access to private exchanges. It is estimated that by 2019, companies and public sector organisations will need 6 million security professionals. At present, it is predicted that only 4.5 million will have the right qualifications. The industry needs skilled, confident cyber security professionals who can help protect new and existing technologies. This MSc seeks to address the cyber skills gap, providing you with an advanced knowledge and understanding of cyber security issues. Practical and technically focused, it's ideal for graduates of computing based degrees and related disciplines who wish to deepen and extend their knowledge in this area. You'll study complex, mission critical systems and apply your learning through hands-on projects that solve real-world problems. You will graduate well-prepared for rewarding roles within this field of work.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- National Cyber Security Centre
Entry requirements
We normally require an honours degree at 2:2 or above in a computing-based degree or a similar technical discipline. It's essential to have a good knowledge of programming, so you should describe in detail your experience of programming languages in your application. C and Python are used extensively throughout the course and so ensuring you have a good understanding of these languages will be advantageous. If you do not meet the above grade requirements but have at least 12 months relevant professional experience and/ or equivalent qualifications, we will consider you on an individual basis. UWE Bristol's International College If you're an international student and do not meet the academic or English language requirements to study this course, you can qualify by completing preparatory study at our International College - https://www.kaplanpathways.com/degree-finder/#/search-result?status=1&university=19&institution_short_name=UWE-Bristol. English language support If you meet the academic requirements but require additional support to take your language skills to the required level, you may be able to attend one of our pre-sessional English courses. Students who successfully complete the pre-sessional course can progress onto their chosen degree course without retaking an IELTS or equivalent. Read more about our Pre-Sessional English Programme (https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/YQ33). Personal Statement You are required to complete a personal statement for this course. Please read the personal statement guidance (https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/postgraduate-applications/personal-statement) carefully and make sure that you answer the questions on the postgraduate application form within the personal statement tabs, keeping to the advised word count.
English language requirements
International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*). *The University accepts a large number of UK and international qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English language section (https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications/english-language-requirements).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Bristol, UWE
Coldharbour Lane
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1QY