Networks and Security - MSc

at University of Kent

Modules
The following modules are indicative of those offered on this programme. This list is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation.  Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You may also have the option to take modules from other programmes so that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas that interest you.

Compulsory modules currently include

• COMP8380 - Internet of Things and Mobile Devices (15 credits)
• COMP8710 - Advanced Java for Programmers (15 credits)
• COMP8740 - Networks and Network Security (15 credits)
• COMP8760 - Computer Security (15 credits)
• COMP8800 - Project and Dissertation (60 credits)
• COMP8920 - Advanced Network Security (15 credits)
• COMP9020 - Industrial Placement Report (15 credits)

Optional modules may include

• COMP5450 - Functional Programming (15 credits)
• COMP6640 - Language-based security (15 credits)
• COMP8160 - eHealth (15 credits)
• COMP8220 - Introduction to Quantum Computing & Quantum Cryptography (15 credits)
• COMP8230 - Introduction to Digital Forensics (15 credits)
• COMP8240 - Privacy (15 credits)
• COMP8250 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
• COMP8270 - Programming for Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
• COMP8320 - Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery (15 credits)
• COMP8340 - Information Security Management (15 credits)
• COMP8360 - Cognitive Neural Networks (15 credits)
• COMP8370 - Natural Computation (15 credits)
• COMP8410 - Cyber Law (15 credits)
• COMP8481 - Solving Problems with Data and Text (15 credits)
• COMP8685 - Deep Learning (15 credits)
• COMP8990 - Advanced Topics in Cyber Security (15 credits)
• COMP9150 - Industrial Placement Experience (3 Months) (15 credits)
• COMP9160 - Industrial Placement Experience (6 Months) (45 credits)
• COMP9170 - Industrial Placement Experience (9 Months) (75 credits)
• COMP9180 - Industrial Placement Experience (12 Months) (105 credits)
• ENLA6001 - Advanced English for Academic Study in the Applied Sciences (15 credits)

Compulsory modules currently include

• COMP8800 - Project and Dissertation (60 credits)
• COMP9020 - Industrial Placement Report (15 credits)

Optional modules may include

• COMP9150 - Industrial Placement Experience (3 Months) (15 credits)
• COMP9160 - Industrial Placement Experience (6 Months) (45 credits)
• COMP9170 - Industrial Placement Experience (9 Months) (75 credits)
• COMP9180 - Industrial Placement Experience (12 Months) (105 credits)

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in computing or a related subject.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications. 

International students
Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Due to visa restrictions, students who require a student visa to study cannot study part-time unless undertaking a distance or blended-learning programme with no on-campus provision.

English language entry requirements
The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level.

Home full-time
£9300

EU full-time
£15900

International full-time
£21200

Our programmes of study are designed to equip our graduates with the skills and knowledge that make them highly attractive to potential employers, providing a good balance between theoretical studies and real-life applications. The recent REF indicated that the School's research was in the top quartile of 89 Computing departments across the UK. Our graduates therefore benefit from a first-rate academic experience as well as being prepared to face the demands of the economic environment.