Course Summary
Unfortunately, terms such as phishing, piracy, the dark web, online scams and cyber fraud have become familiar tooth the general public and businesses alike. This programme will develop graduates that are skilled in the latest cybersecurity techniques and technologies. Graduates will be able to propose solutions to solve some of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity that enhance both privacy and trust in ICT systems.
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Entry Requirements
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Applicants who do not meet the above standard entry requirements will also be considered if they have an undergraduate degree (at Level 7 or higher) and a minimum of 3 years verifiable relevant industrial experience. Shortlisted applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements will be invited for interview.
Shortlisted applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements will be invited for interview.
EU and International graduates: equivalent qualifications that are in line with the Bologna agreement or the international NARIC system for Level 8 comparison. Candidates for whom English is not their primary language, should possess an IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual section lower than 6.0 or equivalent recognized English language test.
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NEXT INTAKE January 2025
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Graduates are well positioned to apply to related fields of study at Master and PhD levels.
Graduates will have the skillset to work in a variety of roles within Cybersecurity such as:
Security Analyst
Security Engineer
Security Manager
Network Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Penetration Tester
Secure Application Developer
Information Risk Advisors.
Duration
This is an online programme, delivered over 14 hours per week.