MSc Cyber Security

Program Overview

Coventry University's MSc in Cyber Security equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to excel in the field. Certified by the National Cyber Security Centre, it offers a comprehensive curriculum covering network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, and incident response. Graduates are prepared for careers as penetration testers, security analysts, and other cyber security professionals. The program features international case studies, COIL projects, and potential internship opportunities.

Program Outline

MSc in Cyber Security at Coventry University

Degree Overview:

• Aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to work at a professional level in cyber security.
• Fully certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
• Offers a comprehensive and deep understanding of current security principles, concepts, and technologies.
• Provides practical training in solving security problems and addressing relevant issues.
• Focuses on developing skills in areas such as network security, secure design, cryptography, risk assessment, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and incident response.
• Provides opportunities to enhance knowledge or move into cyber security for recent graduates and early to mid-career practitioners.
• Offers the option of a 'work placement' opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge, maximizing employability prospects.
(See Modules for more information).

Outline:

Year of Entry:

2023-24 or 2024-25

Location:

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study Mode:

Full-time or Sandwich

Duration:

1 year full-time

Delivery:

Combination of face-to-face sessions and online learning.

Module Examples:

• Ethical Hacking: Explores penetration testing, security assessment, and vulnerability analysis.
• Network Security: Focuses on secure communication, information security concepts, and critical infrastructure protection.
• Secure Design and Development: Teaches methodologies for building secure software systems, including code review and formal verification.
• Cryptography: Provides a comprehensive understanding of cryptographic principles, algorithms, and protocols.
• Intrusion Detection and Response: Teaches how to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents and threats.
• Digital Data Acquisition, Recovery and Analysis: Covers methods for recovering digital information and conducting forensic investigations.
• Security of Emerging Connected Systems: Examines the security challenges posed by the Internet of Things (IoT) and other emerging technologies.
• Automotive Cyber Security: Addresses the specific security risks and solutions associated with connected and autonomous vehicles.
• Information Security Management: Provides knowledge and skills in information security planning, design, implementation, and auditing.
• Digital Security Risk and Audit Management: Focuses on risk assessment, security auditing, and compliance with relevant standards.

Assessment:

• Varies by module.
• Includes formal examinations, phase tests, essays, group work, presentations, reports, projects, coursework, exams, and individual assignments.

Teaching:

• Combines lectures, computer laboratory sessions, online learning, problem classes, seminars, discussions, and tutorials.
• Utilizes a lab-rotation model and a flipped-classroom approach.
• Instructors are experts in their respective fields with relevant industry experience.

Careers:

• Graduates are prepared for careers in various cyber security roles, such as:
• Penetration Tester
• SOC Security Analyst
• Digital Forensic Investigator
• Security Architect
• Cyber Security Consultant
• Security Operations Center Analyst
• Incident Responder
• Network Security Engineer
• Information Security Officer

Other:

• Offers international case studies and examples.
• Collaboration opportunities with international universities using Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects.
• Potential for international internship opportunities.
• May require the successful completion of an International Pre-Master's program for students who do not meet typical entry requirements.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• UK, Ireland , Channel Islands or Isle of Man
£11,200 | £15,200 (with prof. experience)
• EU
£11,200 | £15,200 (with prof. experience) per year with EU support bursary
• £20,050 | £24,050 (with prof. experience) per year without EU support bursary
• International
£20,050 | £24,050 (with prof. experience)