Course summary
Explore some of the biggest global threats to our society today while scrutinising how technology and the online world are disrupting the way crimes are committed and society's responses to them. You'll gain an advanced understanding of cyber criminality and terrorism and dive deep into professional security management. PROGRAMME OVERVIEW Study the risks faced by the professional security sector and how it is responding. Examine a range of topics including online environments and how digital infrastructure is exposed to and protected against attacks such as, phishing, malicious software, and distributed denial of service (DDOS). Gain an advanced understanding of terrorism theory as well as terrorist strategy and tactics. Study the overlapping threat posed by both cybercrime and terrorism to the commercial sector, and the role of the professional security manager and security function in combatting these and other business threats. You also study research methods to guide you through writing a dissertation. Students will graduate with a critical understanding of cybercrime, terrorism and security, analysing threats and responses, and developing and conducting research. KEY FEATURES
- Study serious and emerging threats and examine how security organisations are responding to them.
- Learn from recognised cybercrime, terrorism and security experts in both the academic and professional sectors.
- Engage with guest speakers from a range of sectors and professions.
- Get under the skin of criminality in our new, immersive crime simulation labs.
- Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in a broad range of security and related sectors.
Assessment method
The Masters degree is obtained typically by a combination of coursework & thesis/dissertation.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
The University of Plymouth has a dedicated International Student Advice (ISA) service who will support you from the day you accept an offer at the University, right through to graduation. They will offer help and advice so you can get the most out of your studies, and your time in the UK, visit www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services/international-students/international-student-advice for more information. You can apply for one of our postgraduate courses directly using our online application form. For details on how to apply, and to access the online application form, please visit www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/international-students-postgraduate-applications. Once you have applied, your conditional offer letters will also be sent to you by email, so be sure to enter your current email address on your application and to check this email regularly. You'll need your unconditional letter, and the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that we'll send you, when applying for your student visa to the UK. A minimum £2,000 tuition fee deposit will be required before we'll send you the CAS. We're a licenced Sponsor under the Points Based System. To comply with our duties as a Sponsor, we're required to check other aspects of your application in addition to your academic achievements, for example any previous studies, financial status and your immigration history in the UK. For course entry requirements (inc English requirements) please refer to the specific page for the course you are interested in (www.plymouth.ac.uk/study). A recognised English language qualification (e.g. IELTS) would be required or successful completion of one of the University's pre-sessional English Language courses. Check our country pages to find out more about application from your specific home country www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/study/international-students-country-guides. If you have any questions please contact [email protected]
Entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. An IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent (with 5.5 minimum in each component) required for overseas students.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees
* Fees are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
Provider information
University of Plymouth
Drake Circus
Plymouth
PL4 8AA