Master of Science - Cyber Security

In an evolving technological age, the threat of cyber security attacks continues to be prominent globally. The Cyber Security MSc is perfect if students want to play a part in combating cybercrimes, as well as leading a digital revolution that is spanning all sectors – from science and engineering to business and entertainment.

Throughout their studies, students will focus on aspects of security, including information, networks and cyber security, alongside practical and applied understanding of how to conduct forensic analysis, provide evidential reports, and implement risk-based strategies. On this course, students will conduct security analytics in an intelligent way, which is a growing AI field in the detection, identification, classification, prediction and prevention of threats.

Students will have access to a specailised laboratory environment and be able to study within the Cyber Security Research Centre. The Centre is also a hub for engagement with industry partners and where students may be able to work on live projects.

Throughout the course students will attend a variety of scheduled sessions, such a lectures, tutorials, and workshops. The course focuses on problem-based learning approaches. It also supports and prepares students to gain relevant industry certifications and experience.

This course offers a wide range of modules so students can develop the skills required to be a confident cyber security specialist with a deep understanding of cybercrime, incidence response, security auditing and cyber security management.

Students will also learn from staff with high research profiles in digital forensics, cyber security, and artificial intelligence and have the opportunity to work with external clients in the Digital Forensics Laboratory. They'll also benefit from external speakers, where they'll explore real-life cyber security scenarios and how to approach them.