2:1 or equivalent in a Computer Science related degree, with a strong background in computer science, software engineering or information technology
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS, 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 176, minimum 169 in each component
Duolingo, 110, minimum 100 in all other components
LanguageCert, B2 Communicator High Pass with 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 61, minimum 55 in each component
TOEFL, 87, minimum 21 in each component
Trinity ISE III, Merit in all requirements
Security of our systems is one of the most challenging topics of our time. There is an international consensus that in order to respond to the number and sophistication of threats that we face, the level of security skills we have needs to be increased.
This is a forward-looking course, certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)*, will give you the skills and knowledge you need in the core areas of cyber security. You'll learn the theories, principles, practices and technologies of cyber security and gain knowledge and understanding of the principles underpinning effective approaches to cyber defence.
The course emphasises important technical material that will help you make effective cyber security decisions, and addresses issues such as: identity; trust and reputation; cryptography; network security; malware and intrusion detection; risk management; and the development of high-assurance systems.
If you are interested in pursuing a career in industry or government, this course will provide you with a broad education in cyber security, which will allow you to make technically informed principled decisions.
This course will also prepare you if you are seeking a research career in cyber security; a research skills module is a mandatory part of the course.
The first half of the course is taken up by taught modules. Each module comprises a mix of lectures, problem classes and practical classes, plus personal study time. In the second half of the course, you will undertake an individual research project under the supervision of a member of staff.
More Info: Click here
Modules
You will take core modules, topics will include:
Identity, Trust, Reputation and their Applications
Cryptography Theory and Applications
Networks and Communications Security: Threats, Attacks and Countermeasures
Malware and Other Malfeasance
Forensic Analysis of Cyber Incidents
Rigour in Secure System Development and Assessment
Cyber Security Research Skills
Wider Aspects of Cyber Security
Security analyst
Security architect
Cryptographer/Cryptologist
Security consultant
Software developer
Security engineer
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
