Taught course

Cyber Security

Institution
Liverpool John Moores University · Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Qualifications
MSc
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Entry requirements

  • an honours degree in Computing or a Computing-related subject, including subjects with a significant core of computing

or

  • a professional qualification equivalent to an honours degree

Additional information:

  • IELTS English language requirement: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
  • RPL is accepted on this programme

Months of entry

September

Course content

LJMU's Cyber Security MSc enables students with computing and related experience to further their studies in this challenging and much in-demand sector.
  • Study a course based on the latest research and informed by industry liaison
  • Follow a curriculum aligned with the Government's professional practitioner benchmark for Cyber Security Masters-level study
  • Enhance your scientific, engineering and technical skills
  • Gain the knowledge and practical skills required for a career in Cyber Security
  • Benefit from the support of a personal tutor throughout your studies
Computer Security focuses on protecting computers, computer networks - such as public and private networks, critical infrastructure, smartphones, smart objects, software and digital information from unauthorised access, change or destruction.
This MSc is based on the latest research in the field. The programme and its modules are the result of extensive communications with industry and government, and the School maintains a regular industrial liaison panel. It is designed to equip you with advanced skills in the theory, practice, tools and applications necessary for a career in Cyber Security.
We are proud of our high teaching standards and the approachability of our staff. Informal staff-student relationships are excellent. If you decide to study with us, you will be joining a relaxed and friendly department where staff are committed not only to student welfare but also to ensuring that our courses are continually developed to meet the needs of employers.

This course is currently undergoing its scheduled programme review, which may impact the advertised modules. Programme review is a standard part of the University’s approach to quality assurance and enhancement, enabling us to ensure that our courses remain up to date and maintain their high standard and relevancy.

Once the review is completed, this course website page will be updated to reflect any approved changes to the advertised course. These approved changes will also be communicated to those who apply for the course to ensure they wish to proceed with their application.

Information for international students

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Further information is also available from our international web pages.

Fees and funding

Please see the course page for more information.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

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Course Enquiries
Email
courses@ljmu.ac.uk
Phone
0151 231 5090
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