Information Technology with Cybersecurity, MSc

Program Overview

The Information Technology with Cybersecurity MSc program at the University of Aberdeen equips students with essential programming and web development skills for a career in IT or software development, with a focus on cybersecurity. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, agile development practices, and emerging technologies, preparing graduates for roles such as Software Developer, Cybersecurity Analyst, and Data Scientist.

Program Outline

The program focuses on teaching the essential programming and web development skills crucial for building complex and secure software systems.

Objectives:

• Prepare students for a career in software development or IT, with particular emphasis on cybersecurity.
• Equip students with fundamental programming knowledge, including object-oriented scripting and web frameworks.
• Teach students how to develop user interfaces, build large-scale database-driven web applications, and use and develop open data.
• Provide students with an understanding of current and emerging digital technologies, such as cloud computing, blockchain, Internet of Things, and open data.
• Develop students' ability to identify and fulfill client needs by applying agile development practices.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Semester 1:
• Database Systems and Big Data
• Introduction to Programming
• Human Computer Interaction
• Semester 2:
• Fundamentals of Software Project Management
• Web Development
• Advanced Programming
• Secure Software Design and Development
• Year 2:
• Semester 1:
• Project in Information Technology

Assessment:

• Year 1:
Individual coursework assignments for each course.
• Year 2:
Project in Information Technology, typically a group project, evaluated based on its success in following agile development practices and its quality of deliverables.

Teaching:

• Taught by experienced academics and professionals in the field of IT and cybersecurity.
• Emphasis on a hands-on and practical approach to learning.
• Opportunities to participate in research projects and industry placements.

Careers:

• Software Developer
• Business Analyst
• IT Consultant
• Data Scientist
• Network Security Engineer
• Penetration Tester
• Cybersecurity Analyst

Other:

• The program provides a thriving environment for students to develop their skills and expertise beyond the classroom.
• Opportunities to participate in monthly meetups, quarterly co-design hack events, and collaborative activities with professional developers and designers.

EU / International students

£27,000 Tuition Fees for 2024/25 Academic Year

UK

£12,200 Tuition Fees for 2024/25 Academic Year