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Study Details: MSc 18 months
Develop skills in cybersecurity to adapt to challenging situations across a global computing infrastructure
This course is focused on the fast-developing areas of networking and cybersecurity and also awards significant credit for the application of course-derived knowledge to your employer’s systems or procedures.
The course blends hands-on technical knowledge with theoretical understanding, utilising a range of remotely-accessible resources to allow access to specialised computer configurations.
Additionally, you study modules designed to enhance your current skills using flexible learning material and practical activities which can be completed online or remotely. Finally, a dissertation project is undertaken which further strengthens your cybersecurity skillset.
What are the entry requirements for Advanced Security and Cybercrime?
The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above, or equivalent. We look for applicants to have a background in a Computing discipline and 2 years relevant work experience in order to be eligible for this programme.
We may also consider those with a degree in a non Computing related discipline if you have 5 years of sufficient work experience within the industry.
We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.
Please note that to be considered for this programme, you must already be employed in an area relating to networking or security and have the support of your employer as significant credits in the course are based on employment-based activities.
Edinburgh Napier University welcomes applications from current and former Armed Forces personnel and offers entry based on training and education already received while in service. To assess your eligibility please contact our UK Student Recruitment team providing digital copies of your qualifications and indicating which course you would like to apply for.
Edinburgh Napier University is a member of the MOD’s Enhanced learning Credit scheme (ELC)
The University does not sponsor students to study on part-time programmes in the UK under the Student Visa route. International Applicants must therefore have other valid immigration leave to study on this programme.
Can I make an appointment with an advisor to discuss further about the admission process?
If you want to get more information on the admission process, please get in touch with the postgraduate admissions team by submitting an enquiry form
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Security Consultant
Forensic Investigator
Audit/Compliance Consultant
Security Adviser/Auditor
Cybercrime Consultant
The Masters degree in Advanced Security & Cybercrime focuses on extending your knowledge as a working professional into leading-edge issues related to network and computer security technologies and processes, both generally and with a particular focus on the growing threats from cybercrime.
Remote systems allow you to engage with the practical activities of the course from home or work. We also have well-equipped labs, which you can use if you wish to attend the campus.
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