University of Wolverhampton · Full-time
Cyber Security with Professional Practice
Enhance your cyber security expertise and gain valuable industry experience with our MSc Cyber Security with Professional Practice. This 18-month program combines advanced cyber security education with a 4-month professional placement, giving you a competitive…
MSc1.5 yearsFull-time
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School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics · Computing
Enhance your cyber security expertise and gain valuable industry experience with our MSc Cyber Security with Professional Practice. This 18-month program combines advanced cyber security education with a 4-month professional placement, giving you a competitive edge in the job market. Why choose this course? MSc Cyber Security with Professional Practice offers a unique opportunity for international and home students to gain relevant work experience within an external business or organisation, giving you a competitive edge in the job market. - Combine advanced cyber security education with real-world work experience - Opportunity to secure a paid placement in the cyber security industry - Develop practical skills and industry connections during your placement - Same high-quality cyber security curriculum as the standard MSc, with added professional practice - Support in preparing for placement applications and interviews Although the placement is not guaranteed, the University maintains links with a wide network of organisations who offer placement opportunities. What's unique about this course? - Award-Winning Program: Offered by the "Cyber University of the Year 2022" (National Cyber Awards). - Professional Practice: Unique 4-month placement opportunity, potentially paid, between taught modules and dissertation. - Industry Experience: Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world cyber security challenges during your placement. - Competitive Advantage: Gain hands-on experience, making you more attractive to potential employers. - Flexible Placements: Options for paid or unpaid positions, secured through a competitive application process.
Getting in
As the university states it
Please note this course is currently only open to INTERNATIONAL applicants A lower second honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent. A Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science or a related subject with a minimum grade C or 50% in all modules Alternatively: Evidence of industrial certifications in Information security such as CISSP, CEH, BCS will also be considered for suitable candidates with a minimum of 3 years working experience in related industries. An interview process will also be utilised to verify suitability for the course for candidates with non-standard academic backgrounds but with demonstrable industry experience in the field. Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.
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