Cyber Security and Emerging Threats with Professional Placement (24 months)

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Computer and Communications Engineering · Computing

By choosing this programme, you will not only gain world-class knowledge but also have the opportunity to apply it in real-world settings, ensuring that you are fully equipped to lead in the cybersecurity industry. This iteration of the course includes a 12-month work placement module. - Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Designed in collaboration with cybersecurity professionals, ensuring that you acquire the skills employers seek. - Hands-On Learning: Access to specialist labs, simulated cyber-attack scenarios, and penetration testing exercises using industry-grade tools. - Exclusive Career Opportunities: Benefit from our strong industry links, networking events, and potential employment pathways with leading cybersecurity firms. - Flexible Learning Pathways: Options for placements, research projects, and professional certifications to enhance employability. - Emerging Tech Focus: Gain expertise in the latest developments in AI-driven security, quantum computing, and autonomous systems security. Why study Cyber Security and Emerging Threats with Professional Placement at Middlesex? - Excellent career opportunities: Graduates have gone onto work for companies such as IBM, L'Oreal, Hutchinson 3G, Halcrow Group and more. - Cutting-edge facilities: We have developed our own cyber security lab. Using virtualization, our students will hone their skills in safe and isolated environment. - Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced academics and industry practitioners actively engaged in cybersecurity research and consultancy What will you learn? You will develop a deep understanding of network security, ethical hacking, and cyber risk governance. Learn to design secure systems, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to modern cyber threats. Gain experience with AI/ML, penetration testing, and quantum computing tools to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape. You'll master both strategic and technical skills vital for high-impact roles in cybersecurity. Modules For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/cyber-security-and-emerging-threats-msc/

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