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Computer Science (Cyber Security) with Placement - MSc

University of Kent

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Kent - Canterbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

In a world with more smart devices than people and an increasing reliance on connectivity across the Internet, cyber threats are a growing concern for organisations, governments and individuals. Acquiring skills in Cyber Security has, therefore, become an advantage for a range of professions and roles across different sectors and disciplines.The Computer Science (Cyber Security) conversion course will give you the opportunity to establish a foundation in cyber security from technical and multidisciplinary perspectives. This is a conversion course intended for graduates with little or no prior knowledge of computer science. For those with prior knowledge of computer science, see our specialist MSc Cyber Security course.Cybercrime is a growing threat to society, democracy and organisations with increasing high profile cyber security cases in the news. This conversion course has been designed to meet the demands of organisations seeking to protect valuable data. This course will provide you with the key skills and knowledge in computer science and systems security to enhance your career prospects in identifying and solving complex security problems.The University of Kent is recognised by the British Government as being an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research, meaning you will be taught by staff who are top researchers in this area.Accreditation:This course is accredited by BCS (British Computer Society).

Tuition fees

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£ 23,500per year

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University information

University of Kent

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    62nd

  • Campus address

    University of Kent - Canterbury Campus, Canterbury Campus, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom

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A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from Ghana, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand or Turkey.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    38th out of 118 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    120 52%

    55th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    56th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    96th

    6

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