Cybersecurity (Conversion)

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (normally 2:1 or above) in a computer science aligned field is required.

Applicants with a 2:2 may be considered on an individual basis. This will include applicant's degree subject area, relevant experience and/or training, etc.

Months of entry

October

Course content

Our Cybersecurity (Conversion) Master’s degree is aimed at both engineering and non-engineering students who wish to make the leap into the rapidly expanding field of cybersecurity. The course aims to provide both theory and real-world practical skills and expertise to an advanced level in the emerging field of cybersecurity.

The “full time” and “part time” study options for this programme are accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Please note that the “placement year” and “project year” variants of the course are not accredited.

The Cybersecurity Facility is part of the Department of Computer Science and is an innovative, forward-thinking Department.

The course is taught by experts in the field with years of expertise in industry, and has close links with industry, government, and the police.

The Department is also home to the Informatics Centre, a software development team where students can gain experience of commercial projects.

Information for international students

English Language Requirements

For those who do not have IELTS or an acceptable in-country English language qualification, the University of Chester has developed its own online English language test which applicants can take for just £50.