MSc Cyber Security

The Cyber Security MSc course at Coventry University is designed to provide a broad overview of the cyber security landscape, focusing on the management of cyber security, not just the technical aspects. It combines practice, theory, and professionalism, enabling a comprehensive Empowered Learning Experience.Course Content: The course discusses themes including information security, network systems security, digital forensics, and cybercrime. It aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of the threats to security and how to manage them, using the latest tools and technologies. Key Modules: Key modules in this course include: Network and Cloud Cyber Security, Cyber Intelligence and Counter Intelligence, Cybersecurity Risk Management, and Cybersecurity Incident Response. The modules focus on teaching investigative skills such as how intrusions happen, tools for collecting digital evidence, and methods for analysing networks.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT. Furthermore, the course is fully certified according to the government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) certification scheme and Common Academic Content master's-Level requirements. Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates could find employment in roles such as Information Security Officer, Security Manager, Risk Analyst, Privacy Officer, and Compliance Officer, in sectors including health, banking, and education among others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.