The normal requirement is a good Honours Degree (or equivalent) in computer science or cognate discipline. The choice of award title students may be accepted on to will be determined by the award applied for and the prior learning of the student as demonstrated by the transcript for existing qualifications held by the applicant.
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate sufficient competence in English to benefit from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated by recognised awards equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0. Candidates who do not satisfy these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The programme is subject to the University’s Principles, Policies and Regulations for the Admission of Students to Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate Programmes (in UPR SA03), along with associated procedures. These will take account of University policy and guidelines for assessing accredited prior certificated learning (APCL) and accredited prior experiential learning (APEL).
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| Institution code |
H36 |
| School of study |
School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science |
| Course length |
- Full Time, 24 Months
- Full Time, 2 Years
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| Location |
- University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
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- Employability
What job can I get?
Our master’s programme is designed to give Computer Science graduates the specialist, up-to-date skills and knowledge sought after by employers, whether in business, industry, government or research.
The MSc Cyber Security with Advanced Research course will equip students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in cyber security.
Successful graduates may pursue a career in the cybersecurity industry, or any other industries that require in-house information security management such as educational institutions, hospitals, retail chains, banks, or government.
This new version of the programme has been carefully designed to achieve appropriate levels of accreditation, and the department is currently in touch with the BCS regarding continued accreditation.
About the course
One of a range of degrees from the taught Master’s Programme at the Department of Computer Science
This course considers current research and practice in cyber security. You will build the fundamental and advanced aspects of cyber security in terms of theory, practice, policy and security standard to enable critical cyber security decision marking, the extant threats to current and emerging systems and networks and the effective countermeasures to such threats in compliance with information security management standards, and the social, legal and ethical issues relating to cyber security in the context of digital forensics, information security management, penetrating testing and cyber operations
Why choose this course?
- The award offers the opportunity for students to study advanced research topics in computer science, normally across multiple specialisms, and comprehensive research methods, and to undertake an extended masters project on a cutting-edge research topic.
- One of a range of advanced courses within our postgraduate Master’s programme in Computer Science, this particular course provides you with a specialism combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills in cyber security.
- You will develop technical expertise and practical skills in identifying and critically evaluating vulnerabilities of and threats to the security and integrity of distributed systems, conducting and managing a comprehensive risk assessment of the distributed systems in a complex and unpredictable environment. Advanced topics studied include distributed systems security, information security, management and compliance, digital forensics, penetration testing, and cyber operations
- Taught by a highly-regarded and long-established computer science department with strong links to business.
- Computer Science saw 90% of its research ranked as world-leading (Research Excellence Framework, 2021).
What will I study?
Classes consist of lectures, small group seminars, and practical work in our well-equipped laboratories. We use modern, industry-standard software wherever possible. There are specialist facilities for networking and multimedia and a project laboratory especially for masters students. In addition to scheduled classes, you will be expected a significant amount of time in self-study, taking advantage of the extensive and up-to-date facilities. These include the Learning Resource Centres, open 24×7, with 1,500 computer workstations and wifi access, Studynet our versatile online study environment usable on and off campus, and open access to our labs.
- Level 7
| Module |
Credits |
Compulsory/optional |
| Measures and Models for Software Engineering |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Programming for Software Engineers |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Software Engineering Practice and Experience |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Software Engineering Masters Project |
60 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Team Research and Development Project |
15 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Legal and Ethical Practice Exercise |
15 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Advanced Research Topics in Computer Science |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Research Methods |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
Further course information
| Course fact sheets |
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| MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research |
Download |
| Programme specifications |
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| MSc Computer Science (Modular) with Advanced Research |
Download |
| Additional information |
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| Sandwich placement or study abroad year |
n/a |
| Applications open to international and EU students |
Yes |
Student experience
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.
ees 2022
UK Students
Full time
- £9450 for 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 inclusive
EU Students
Full time
- £16500 for 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 inclusive
International Students
Full time
- £16500 for 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 inclusive
*Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students.
Deadlines
15 January
