MSc Cyber Security

at Bath Spa University

This course includes or offers the following modules. 
 

• Cyber Security Bootcamp
• Business Security Architecture
• Critical Vulnerability Analysis
• Offensive and Defensive Cyber Operations
• Critical National Infrastructure
• Cyber War
• Dissertation

What we look for in potential students
We’re looking for motivated, inquisitive people that have a good baseline understanding of computing. You should have an agile mindset and a clear desire to pursue cyber security as a chosen career.

Typical offers
You should have a good honours degree in Computing or a related subject. However, we'll consider applications from you, without a relevant degree, if you're able to demonstrate that you have relevant skills in computing and a passion for the subject.

Interview and portfolio guidance
Regularly following the security section of The Register is useful, as is membership of the British Computer Society. If you’re an international student or based overseas, web-based interviews may be offered.

The tuition fees shown for students are for one complete academic year of full time study and are set according to the academic year of entry. Fees for subsequent years of your course may rise in line with an inflationary uplift as determined by the government. The given fees is indicative.

For graduates of Computing disciplines, MSc Cyber Security supports entry into a range of IT roles where cyber security is an integral component but not necessarily an entire responsibility. You’ll be able to demonstrate your value to a range of companies quickly, and later build on the management skills gained during your study to compete for more senior positions.

For those already employed in the IT field, this Cyber Security Master's provides opportunities for professional upskilling. The programme helps improve your prospects of transitioning to cyber security roles and decision-making positions. The knowledge you gain on the course will in addition help you increase your profile within your company, while benefiting the teams you work within.

Cyber security career roles include, but are not limited to:
 

• Cyber Security Analyst
• Cyber Security Specialist
• Network Intrusion Analyst
• Targeted Attack Specialist
• Security Management
• Data Protection Officer
• Threat Intelligence Analyst.