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City, University of London: Cyber Security Apprenticeship
| Institution | City, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Computer Science View department profile |
| Web | https://www.city.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course is an apprenticeship, and to apply you must be employed at a company that supports your enrolment on the scheme, or you’ve received a job offer with a firm that wishes to employ you as an apprentice. You should have a curiosity and interest in cyber security with a strong desire to learn new techniques to boost your career.
The benefits of this course are many and varied. You will build knowledge of the cyber security field, explore cryptography, network security and digital forensics, as this is of high value to employers within the sector. You will also have access to our virtual cyber-security lab where you’ll work on cyber attack and defence tasks based on real-world scenarios. This course is based on the MSc Cyber Security programme certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) signifying our high-quality education in Cyber Security. Your course also features real-life scenarios that you will work in our Cyber Security laboratory.
The programme will provide you with analytical, operational and development skills in both technical and socio-technical cyber security areas, making you highly employable.
Our graduates have gone into a range of careers in the IT sector, as well as the telecommunications and banking industries. Other roles you could pursue include:
Cyber security manager/architect Security analyst Information security Cyber security consultant Information security officer
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally have a UK first or an upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) in computer science or a related discipline with some mathematical content. We may accept applicants with lower second-class degrees if they have relevant work experience, but this is at our discretion. You will also require: Two references from your current and/or previous employers. You must be a UK or EU national with the right to work in the UK. The Apprenticeship Levy covers roles in organisations in England. |
| Location | City, University of London Northampton Square London EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 27000 GBP for Year 1 |
A diverse, inclusive and multidisciplinary centre of study and cutting-edge research, in an unrivalled central London location.
The School of Science & Technology at City provides a first class education experience with state-of-the-art research facilities, in a thriving and vibrant London location.
The School’s academic experts are leaders in their fields, and through our academic research centres we influence, inspire and produce world-leading research in science and technology. This cutting-edge research directly informs the education our students receive.
Attracting gifted and highly motivated students from across the globe, we provide a friendly, diverse and stimulating learning environment which welcomes enquiring …
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