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Study Details: Work-based learning in combination with online and on campus study, 18 months part-time
Critical to an organisation’s cyber security protection is the ability to understand and articulate security threats, challenges, protection methods and security mechanisms, and to be able to differentiate between excellent security and snake-oil security.
Our MSc in Cyber Security graduate apprenticeship is focused on building this expert knowledge and the skills that industries need in the essential field of cyber security. As an IT professional with a cyber security remit, with support from your employer, you’ll gain a masters degree whilst spending the majority of your time applying your learning to your professional practice and integrating your knowledge back into the workplace.
Created in partnership with industry, our MSc Cyber Security combines academic knowledge with advanced skills development. You’ll learn the latest cyber security strategies, theories and techniques, focusing on how to protect and defend information systems from attack.
Each application is assessed on a case by case basis. You will typically have a 2:1 BSc Honours degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. We also welcome enquiries from applicants with non-traditional qualifications and/or relevant work experience. You must:
be employed in a role with an aspect of cyber security, for a minimum of 21 hours a week. Furloughed staff are also eligible.
live and work in Scotland for the duration of the programme
have the agreement of your employer to undertake the MSc Cyber Security
Successful candidates will be required to sign a tripartite agreement prior to registering for the MSc, between them, their employer, and the University. This ensures all parties are fully committed to the programme for its duration.
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Core modules:
Information Security Fundamentals
Advanced Information Security
Advanced Topics in Information Security
Information Security Research Project and Dissertation
Work-based Learning in Information Security
Specialised modules:
Digital Forensics and Incidence Response
Compliance and Operational Security Management
Vulnerability Assessment and Security Testing
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