14Jun
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Course summary
Are you interested in addressing the evolving security threats posed by cybercriminals, malware, and large-scale cyber-attacks? With these threats increasing in sophistication, this integrated master's course prepares you for this high-demand field. Why study MSci Computer Science (Information Assurance) at BU?
- Master advanced cybersecurity management skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Cyber Security Management knowledge and develop the skills to build and manage secure systems, staying ahead of sophisticated cybercriminals and large-scale attacks in a focused 120-credit program.
- Build cutting-edge technical expertise: Explore the intersection of psychology, business, law, and management with cybersecurity to tackle challenges from multiple angles in state-of-the-art labs equipped with enterprise-grade hardware and virtualization-ready infrastructure.
- Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as Infrastructure and System Security and network science to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.
- Enhance your employability: Gain valuable work experience and industry insights through a team-based Master's project without a traditional dissertation, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.
- Access diverse career opportunities: Prepare for roles that drive innovation in cybersecurity fields, from information assurance officer to security advisor or information security analyst.
- Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure roles in high-demand fields, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Master's degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.
Modules
First year core units include: Computer Fundamentals | Mathematics for Computing | Programming | Data Management | Introduction to Reliable Computing.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
T Level - M
AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff. Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website. Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information. Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £19700 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £19700 | Year 1 |
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
All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course.
Provider information
Bournemouth University
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB