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  Computer Science (Cyber Security) - MSc


Online Staffordshire University    School of Digital, Technologies and Arts

Full time & Part time September MSc 13 months - 25 months
Computer Science (8)

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Join the fight against cybercrime and become a cyber security expert with our Computer Science (Cyber Security) MSc programme. Gain the skills to intercept, analyse, and report on cyber threats and digital forensics. Our specialised computer labs provide hands-on experience in dealing with current security threats and how to protect against them. With a focus on recent advancements and industry needs, you will explore topics such as cybercrime analysis, penetration testing, and mobile forensics. Plus, our dedicated academic staff will guide you through ethical and lawful issues in cyber security. Graduates can pursue careers as security analysts, consultants, or digital forensic investigators. Entry requirements include an undergraduate degree in a relevant computing discipline or significant professional experience. Fluency in English is also required. Take your first step towards an exciting career in cyber security today!

About the course

Join the fight against malicious programs and cybercrime on our Computer Science (Cyber Security) MSc. We will give you the skills you need to become a cyber security and digital forensics professional – intercepting, collecting, analysing and reporting the events in cyberspace and digital media.

Put yourself on the cyber security front line with Staffordshire University. We have specialised computer laboratories, isolated from university networks, to give you vital experience in the most current security threats - and more importantly, how to protect against and neutralise them.

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Entry Requirements

An undergraduate honours degree (grade 2.2 or above in a related computing discipline from a UK University or the international equivalent).

If you do not meet the above but have significant appropriate experience, your application will be considered, provided that you satisfy the University that you are capable of responding to the challenge of postgraduate work.

If your first language is not English, you will need to demonstrate that you are fluent enough to cope with the course. A minimum score of IELTS 6 or TOEFL 550 (213 computer-based) is normally required.


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