MSc Computer Security
Computer security remains a hot topic in the media and there is strong demand
for graduates with technical skills in the area. The course addresses computer
and information security holistically because a vulnerability in any one
component can compromise an entire system. This includes computer architectures,
operating systems, network technologies, data storage and software development
processes. A wide range of threats and other security
issues (e.g. denial of service attacks, hacking, viruses, worms, etc) are covered
along with defences and countermeasures.
The course is aimed at computing
graduates seeking careers as computer security professionals or interested in
research.
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Formats
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| Standard Masters |
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International Masters |
- Full-time (12 months)
- Full-time with an industrial placement (14-24 months)
- Part-time (3 years)
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- Full-time (2 years)
- Full time with an industrial placement (26-36 months)
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Entry requirements
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| Standard Masters |
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International Masters |
- A 1, 2.1 or good 2.2 honours degree in computing or a related subject
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- A good ordinary Bachelors degree in computing or a related subject
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| Course content |
| Standard Masters |
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International Masters |
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Year 1
Core modules for all students:
If you have only a limited knowledge of programming
(introductory stream)
If you have a good working knowledge of programming
(advanced stream)
Optional modules (choose 1 or 2):
Further information about Standard Masters course content
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Year 1
Core modules for all students:
Additional core modules for some students
(depending on academic background):
Optional modules (choose up to 5):
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Year 2
Core modules for all students:
Optional modules (choose 2):
The options available are the same as those
for the Standard Masters (see list on left)
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Placement (optional)
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Placement (optional)
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Advanced English for Academic Study may be compulsory for non-native speakers who need extra support
Further information about English language support
The options available may vary from year to year and are subject to timetabling and prerequisite constraints
If a module is not expected to run in the coming year this will usually be indicated on
the module description page
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| General information |
| About us |
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Apply for a place and funding |
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Other useful links |
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Note
This web page gives advance information about the programme as
we plan to run it in the coming academic year. We believe the
details are accurate at the time of writing but details may be
subject to change.