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  • DeadlineStudy Details: September start: 1 year full-time, January start: 16 months full-time

Masters Degree Description

Master the art of digital defence with our advanced MSc Cyber Security, equipping you with the expertise to protect and secure critical systems in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

Why study MSc Cyber Security at BU?

  • Comprehensive Threat Management: Gain a deep understanding of cyber threat intelligence and incident response, equipping you to protect organizations from evolving cyber threats
  • Proactive Security Measures: Develop the skills to identify and address vulnerabilities through ethical hacking and penetration testing, ensuring robust system security
  • Advanced Forensic Capabilities: Master digital forensics techniques to investigate and respond to security incidents, providing critical insights and evidence
  • Strategic Governance and Ethics: Understand the broader implications of IT governance and ethics, enabling you to make informed and responsible decisions in cybersecurity
  • Facilities: Benefit from our advanced cybersecurity suite, offering hands-on experience with the latest tools and technologies to enhance your practical skills
  • Industry-Ready Skills: Acquire practical, industry-relevant skills that are highly sought after by employers, preparing you for a wide range of roles in various sectors.

Entry Requirements

The normal requirements for embarking upon this course are:

  • A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.

    Relevant subjects include: Computing, Engineering with a significant computing component; or a similar technical discipline where programming knowledge can be demonstrated.

 For additional international entry requirements please see our website. 

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Fees

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Student Destinations

As the security of data is fundamental to any business, you will possess high marketability in the professional arena and be qualified to enjoy career opportunities in a wide variety of industries.

Module Details

Cyber Threat Intelligence
Ethical Hacking
Infrastructure and System Security
Digital Forensics
Industrial Skills and Professional Issues (Cyber Security)
IT Governance and Ethics
Individual Masters Project

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