Course summary
The Advanced Cybersecurity MSc is designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity, covering every major aspect of its existence and practice. You will develop advanced expertise in the complex concepts central to the field, with a focus on mastering cutting-edge tools and techniques. Throughout the degree, you’ll dive deep into the theories that shape cybersecurity, gaining hands-on experience to hone your skills. By the end, you’ll be ready to join the highly skilled workforce, prepared to meet the growing demands of industry and government in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. There is an option to choose a Project/Placement year for this course, at an additional cost.
Modules
Please see our website for the most up-to-date module information.
Assessment method
The learning process includes a broad range of assessment methods mostly involving realistic tasks to expose you to the tasks you might encounter in the workplace. You may be required to solve tasks in groups which is aimed to develop your ability to function in a team as well as learn other academic skills.
Entry requirements
A good first degree (normally a 2:2 or above) in IT-related or Engineering subject areas is required. All applicants are expected to have good experience in using one desktop and one mobile operating system. They must have skills in using basic computing or cybersecurity tools and competency in using any of the relevant operating systems (Windows, Linux). All applicants should be willing to develop technical skills at an advanced level as part of this course and may be required to attend a short interview before confirmation of acceptance into the course.
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
Please see our website for current fee information
https://www.chester.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate-fees/postgraduate-taught-fees/
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ