Cyber Security MSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 up to 24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
GBP 28,200 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international students; GBP 12,900 - home students full-time; GBP 6,450 - home students part-time 24 months per year;
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Introduction
Our Cyber Security MSc focuses on information and system security and the analysis of complex systems, including machine learning.
Cyber Security is a dynamic area of computing science. It's about understanding:
- how the features and vulnerabilities of a system can be exploited by attackers
- how to detect, prevent and respond to these attackers
Cyber Security is also a process, requiring input from and interaction with end-users, stakeholders, decision-makers or system designers.
The MSc Cyber Security is designed for honours graduates in computing science, or a discipline with a significant computing component, for example:
- engineering
- systems engineering
- mathematics
You should have a good background in computer systems, including programming. We also value relevant industrial computing experience and transferable skills.
Our research and development in dependable and secure computing is world-leading. Our international research groups and research centres focus on a wide range of computer science fields, including:
- security and resilience
- dependable systems
- cybercrime
- cloud computing
Professional accreditation and recognition
British Computer Society (BCS)
The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). The BCS is the chartered institute for IT. Studying for a BCS-accredited degree provides the foundation for professional membership of the BCS upon graduation and is the first step to becoming a chartered IT professional.
Network of Teaching Excellence in Computer Science
The School of Computing at Newcastle University is an accredited and recognised Partner in the Network of Teaching Excellence in Computer Science.
Newcastle University has been recognised as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACE-CSR) by the National Cyber Security Centre and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Rankings
- 1st in the UK and 8th in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 125 University - QS World University Rankings 2023
- Global Top 140 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023
- Top 125 for Computing Science – Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022
- Top 200 for Computer Science and Information Systems - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
Curriculum
What you'll learn
You'll develop the practical and high-level skills to assess the security of systems, including the following factors:
- cyber
- physical
- human
You'll also learn how to make security recommendations and build more secure and safe systems.
Throughout the course, you'll also develop in-depth analysis and communication skills.
As a student in this Cyber Security MSc, you'll be encouraged to play a full part in the life of the School. You can take advantage of dedicated computing and study facilities and participate in seminars delivered by researchers and distinguished external speakers.
Compulsory Modules
- System Security 10
- The Challenge of Dependable Systems 10
- Information Security and Trust 10
- High Integrity Software Development 10
- Security Analysis of Complex Systems 10
- Research Methods and Group Project in Security and Resilience 20
- Project and Dissertation in Cyber Security 60
- Strategic Case Studies 20
- Security Tools and Analysis 20
- Machine Learning with Project 10
Career Opportunities
Our Cyber Security MSc graduates have an excellent record of finding employment. Recent examples have included:
- Data Warehouse Consultant at NCR Corporation
- Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Ixia
- Civil Servant at GCHQ
Admissions
Program Admission Requirements
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