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Coventry University: Cyber Security
| Institution | Coventry University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Computing, Electronics and Maths |
| Web | www.coventry.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MSc in Cyber Security aims to provide you with the knowledge and necessary skills in several core areas of cyber security. The course aims to provide a comprehensive and deep understanding of security principles, as well as the practical techniques used in solving security problems and addressing relevant issues.
It is designed to give you the opportunity to equip yourself to work at a professional level and develop a range of industry-informed knowledge and skills in areas such as network security, secure design, cryptography, risk assessment, ethical hacking, digital forensics and incident response. Running in a research-driven environment, the course also aims to build foundations for further research at Doctoral level in cyber security for students from a wide range of undergraduate degrees.
The course will also provide the opportunity for recent graduates and early to mid-career practitioners in the computing industry to enhance their knowledge or move into cyber security.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An applicant will normally be expected to possess at least one of the following: A minimum of a second class honours degree in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering; A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level; A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level; Satisfactory independent evidence of working for several years in a position that would normally be occupied by an honours graduate, in a relevant area (such as the IT sector), which would lead to gaining benefit from the course. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the course director. For further information on what might amount to ‘a relevant subject’, ‘a relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level’, ‘a lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level’ and ‘satisfactory independent evidence of working’ please fill in our request information form. |
| Location | Main Site Priory Street Coventry CV1 5FB |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An applicant will normally be expected to possess at least one of the following: A minimum of a second class honours degree in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering; A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level; A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level; Satisfactory independent evidence of working for several years in a position that would normally be occupied by an honours graduate, in a relevant area (such as the IT sector), which would lead to gaining benefit from the course. Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the course director. For further information on what might amount to ‘a relevant subject’, ‘a relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level’, ‘a lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level’ and ‘satisfactory independent evidence of working’ please fill in our request information form. |
| Location | Main Site Priory Street Coventry CV1 5FB |
Coventry University is a provider of world-class teaching, learning and impactful research, and push the boundaries of what higher education can achieve regionally, nationally and across the world.
We are a place where all students can achieve their ambitions. We focus on employability, practical learning and personalised support. We help our students to get the knowledge and skills they need for their chosen career and support them to develop confidence in themselves and their abilities.
You can choose from a wide range of postgraduate courses or research degrees which are delivered from our main campuses in Coventry and London. Some …
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