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Cyber Security with Professional Practice at University of Wolverhampton - UCAS

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Course summary

Enhance your cyber security expertise and gain valuable industry experience with our MSc Cyber Security with Professional Practice. This 18-month program combines advanced cyber security education with a 4-month professional placement, giving you a competitive edge in the job market. Why choose this course? MSc Cyber Security with Professional Practice offers a unique opportunity for international and home students to gain relevant work experience within an external business or organisation, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

  • Combine advanced cyber security education with real-world work experience
  • Opportunity to secure a paid placement in the cyber security industry
  • Develop practical skills and industry connections during your placement
  • Same high-quality cyber security curriculum as the standard MSc, with added professional practice
  • Support in preparing for placement applications and interviews
Although the placement is not guaranteed, the University maintains links with a wide network of organisations who offer placement opportunities. What's unique about this course?
  • Award-Winning Program: Offered by the "Cyber University of the Year 2022" (National Cyber Awards).
  • Professional Practice: Unique 4-month placement opportunity, potentially paid, between taught modules and dissertation.
  • Industry Experience: Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world cyber security challenges during your placement.
  • Competitive Advantage: Gain hands-on experience, making you more attractive to potential employers.
  • Flexible Placements: Options for paid or unpaid positions, secured through a competitive application process.


How to apply

International applicants

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Entry requirements

Please note this course is currently only open to INTERNATIONAL applicants A lower second honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent. A Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science or a related subject with a minimum grade C or 50% in all modules Alternatively: Evidence of industrial certifications in Information security such as CISSP, CEH, BCS will also be considered for suitable candidates with a minimum of 3 years working experience in related industries. An interview process will also be utilised to verify suitability for the course for candidates with non-standard academic backgrounds but with demonstrable industry experience in the field. Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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 more information please visit the following: https://www.wlv.ac.uk/apply/funding-costs-fees-and-support/fees-and-costs/
Cyber Security with Professional Practice at University of Wolverhampton - UCAS