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Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security at University of Plymouth - UCAS

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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.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES This programme prepares students for careers across a diverse range of sectors including security management, policing, intelligence services, government services, armed forces, border force and research and academia.

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. Once you have applied, your conditional offer letter 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 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. International fees, please visit our fees and funding pages www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees. 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

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 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.
Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security at University of Plymouth - UCAS