Cyber Security Graduate Apprenticeship in MSc |

Program Overview

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The course provides students with the skills required to become a successful cyber security professional in this growing, fast paced sector. Students will be able to help protect their organisations against evolving threats. They will develop the lifelong learning professional skills, ethics and behaviours required to stay abreast of a rapidly evolving domain.

Program Outline

Year 1

The course covers topics which offer students a thorough grounding in:

Information risk management

Development of a successful security program

Appraisal of security controls to meet business requirements

Building and maintaining of secure networks

Development and execution of vulnerability assessments and penetration tests

Security operations and digital forensics

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Year 2 (6 months)

Students will undertake a substantial security project, drawing together all the main skills developed throughout  the course.

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Modules

Modules and delivery order may change for operational purposes. The University regularly reviews its courses. Course content and structure may change over time. See our

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Detailed module information

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Learning Methods

The course is delivered in Blended Learning mode using structured online learning materials/activities and directed study, facilitated by regular online tutor support. Workplace Mentor support and work-based learning activities will allow students to contextualise this learning to their own workplace. Face-to-face engagement occurs through annual induction sessions, employer work-site visits, and modular on-campus workshops.

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Activity Summary

Webinars

- 30 hours per module

Demonstrations

- 30 hours per module

Placement/Work based Learning

- 240 hours per module

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Assessment

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Year 1

4 reports

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Year 2

1 dissertation

1 oral assessment

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Feedback

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

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Staff Delivering on This Course

The course integrates the expertise of staff gained from research, consultancy and scholarly activity into the programme materials. The course team is involved in delivering the on-campus MSc Cyber Security course which has recently been fully accredited by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), making it only one in three masters courses in Scotland to have achieved this accolade.

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Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.

The Inclusion Centre

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Online Learning & Support

All undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether you are learning on campus or by online learning, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.

CampusMoodle

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Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:

Academic writing

Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)

Maths and statistics

English language

Information technology support

Study Skills Support

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Library Support

The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.

University Library