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University of Plymouth: Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security
| Institution | University of Plymouth View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Society and Culture |
| Web | https://www.plymouth.ac.uk |
| admissions@plymouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 1752 585858 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Explore some of the biggest global threats to our society today while scrutinising how technology and the online world are disrupting the way crimes are committed and society's responses to them. You'll gain an advanced understanding of cyber criminality and terrorism and dive deep into professional security management.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW Study the risks faced by the professional security sector and how it is responding. Examine a range of topics including online environments and how digital infrastructure is exposed to and protected against attacks such as, phishing, malicious software, and distributed denial of service (DDOS).
Gain an advanced understanding of terrorism theory as well as terrorist strategy and tactics. Study the overlapping threat posed by both cybercrime and terrorism to the commercial sector, and the role of the professional security manager and security function in combatting these and other business threats. You also study research methods to guide you through writing a dissertation.
Students will graduate with a critical understanding of cybercrime, terrorism and security, analysing threats and responses, and developing and conducting research.
KEY FEATURES - Study serious and emerging threats and examine how security organisations are responding to them.
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Learn from recognised cybercrime, terrorism and security experts in both the academic and professional sectors.
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Engage with guest speakers from a range of sectors and professions.
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Get under the skin of criminality in our new, immersive crime simulation labs.
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Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in a broad range of security and related sectors.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES This programme prepares students for careers across a diverse range of sectors including security management, policing, intelligence services, government services, armed forces, border force and research and academia.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree (a related subject is desirable but not mandatory) plus supporting portfolio of work and a 200 - 500-word draft statement of intent. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. Students below 2:1 will be considered if they can demonstrate a strong academic portfolio or a record of professional experience. |
| Location | Plymouth Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
About us
At the University of Plymouth, we are proud to be one of only a select number of UK universities to achieve triple gold – gold overall and gold for both underpinning aspects: student experience and student outcomes (Teaching Excellence Framework, 2023).
Set in the middle of beautiful countryside and stunning sandy beaches, we also have a unique and special location to match your award-winning education. The city has been found to be 46% cheaper than London in terms of day-to-day …
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