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Glasgow Caledonian University: Cyber Security
| Institution | Glasgow Caledonian University |
|---|---|
| Department | Computer, Communications and Interactive Systems |
| Web | http://www.gcu.ac.uk |
| postgraduate@gcu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 331 8630 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MSc Cyber Security is an applied computing course that will equip you with the distinct specialist knowledge and analytical skills to pursue a career in the rapidly growing field of cyber security.
The course covers a number of areas including: Infrastructure security, focusing on perimeter security (firewalls, IPS), virtual private networks and device hardening; cyber operations, including classes in our purpose built SOC (secure operations centre); penetration testing/cyber defence, forensics and information security management.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to resolve digital, cyber and network security problems, design, develop and manage computing and network solutions for the resolution of cyber security issues. You will also have the ability to evaluate current and emergent technologies within their legal, social, ethical and commercial context. In addition to the formal content of the course, the department is home to the student-led Ethical Hacking Society and a student chapter of Women In Cyber Security (WiCyS).
Graduate opportunities
The programme curriculum will enable graduates to pursue careers in a variety of Cyber Security roles including: Cyber security analyst Security tester Security engineer Cyber security and information risk advisor Cyber security/information assurance architect Information security accreditor Cyber security/information assurance auditor IT/network security engineer Cyber security forensics analyst
Modules: Fundamentals of Routing and Switching; Cyber Defence and Penetration Testing; Network Security; Secure Operations; Secure Connectivity; Cyber Forensics and Incident Response; Information Security Management; Research and Project Methods; MSc Project.
UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) which contains a substantial computing or information and communications technology component.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Minimum academic requirement: UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) which contains a substantial computing or information and communications technology component. English Language requirement: IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5. Please note: if you are from a majority English speaking country, you may not be required to provide further proof of your English Language proficiency. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme. |
| Location | Glasgow Caledonian University Cowcaddens Road Glasgow G4 0BA |
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