Master of Science - Computer Science for Cyber Security
- 1 year
- Duration
- 17,900 GBP
- Price
- Sept 2024
- Start
- May 2024
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Oxford / United Kingdom
- Location
- Oxford Brookes University
- School
Program description
You will acquire the sophisticated technical skills required to create contemporary secure systems with our MSc Computer Science for Cyber Security course.
Your first degree's knowledge is built on in this course. It is intended for new graduates as well as individuals with extensive computing industry experience.
In our networking, server, and security laboratories, you will use tools that are considered industry standard. You can practice both offensive and defensive security tactics in these labs in a secure environment.
Our instructors are highly qualified in a variety of fields. Along with group work based on typical working patterns in the business, we place a strong emphasis on real-world projects.
One of the four primary threats to the UK, according to the government, is the cyber threat. Protecting individuals, businesses, and data from malicious attacks is becoming more and more important.
There is a high demand for people with computer science and cyber security skills who can create safe software and systems.
This programme allows graduates to undertake a wide range of roles in IT and cyber security. Common careers in this area are:
- IT Security Professionals
- Penetration Testers
- Digital Forensic Investigators
- Software Developers
- Systems Engineers
- Technical Analysts
- IT Managers
- Consultants
Program structure
Year 1
- Research, Scholarship and Professional Skills in Cyber Security (20 credits)
- Secure Systems Architecture (20 credits)
- Enterprise Networking (20 credits)
- Malware Analysis (20 credits)
- Operating Systems Security and Development (20 credits)
- Secure Programming (20 credits)
Final Project
- MSc Dissertation in Computer Science for Cyber Security (60 credits)
Price
- Tuition Fee - 17,900 GBP
Requirements for applicants
Specific Entry Requirements
- A British lower second class bachelor's degree in a computer-related subject
- Proficiency in programming in C++/Java or similar
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 with 6.0 in all components
About the university
The history of Oxford Brookes University spans more than 150 years. We began as a modest School of Art in rented classrooms and have expanded into one of the UK's top modern universities with a reputation for distinction in teaching and research on the local, national, and worldwide levels.
Our primary goal is to provide a top-notch educational experience that helps each of our graduates to be competent, self-assured, and prosperous. The standard of instruction students receive is an integral component of this.
Oxford Brookes works with a wide range of partners both domestically and internationally. Our connections are essential to improving our instruction, research, and information sharing. Additionally, they provide our students a wealth of placement, internship, and employment options.
In cooperation with our Associate College Partners as well as directly, we offer a variety of higher education and degree apprenticeships (ACPs).
