| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This cyber security program equips computer science graduates with the expertise to build careers in the field. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical hands-on exercises, emphasizing human-centered security, information security and networking, and security-by-design. Graduates are prepared for roles as cyber security professionals, IT specialists, or pursuing PhD studies.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Semester 1:
- Information Security Fundamentals (10 credits)
- Advanced Human Centred Security (20 credits)
- Security Protocols and Threat Models (20 credits)
- Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues for the Information Society (10 credits)
- Semester 2:
- Vulnerability Assessment & Security Testing (20 credits)
- Advanced Security-by-Design (20 credits)
- Research Topics in Cyber Security (10 credits)
- Research Methods (10 credits)
- Semester 3:
- Individual Project (60 credits)
Assessment:
- In-class presentations
- End-of-semester examinations
- Practical laboratory exercises
- Dissertation
Teaching:
- Lectures
- Labs
- Online material
- Small group collaboration
- Hands-on exercises
- Instructional and support materials on MyPlace
Careers:
- Cyber security professionals
- IT careers
- PhD in cyber security
Other:
- The program is designed for computer science graduates with or without industry experience.
- The program aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to build a career in cyber security.
- The program is delivered in person.
- The program features three major tracks:
- Human Centered Security
- Security by Design
- The program includes a dissertation project.
- The program is strategically structured to ensure a balanced assessment throughout the two taught semesters.
- The program is taught by world-leading experts in cyber security.
- The program prepares students for projects in the area of cyber security that interests them most.
Annual revision of fees Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs. 2024/25 Go back Scotland£10,800 England, Wales & Northern Ireland£10,800 International£26,100
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
Applicants require, at a minimum, a second-class (2:2) honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or a closely related discipline. Significant programming experience is required. If you come from a closely related subject, you would be expected to have experience in the following areas: Computer networking (familiarity with IP/TCP/UDP/HTTPS/Wi-Fi/Ethernet/Bluetooth) Mathematics e.g. set theory, graphs etc
Language Proficiency Requirements:
You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). We offer comprehensive English language courses for students whose IELTS scores are below 6.0. As a university, we now accept many more English language tests other than IELTS for overseas applicants, for example, TOEFL and PTE Cambridge. View the full list of accepted English language tests here.
