MSc Cyber Resilience

Buckinghamshire New University

Cyber resilience is at the heart of technological innovation. It is a critical aspect of the transformation taking place across every industry. If you are looking for a degree to prepare you for a futureproof role in any industry, this is the course for you.

Whether you are already a cyber resilience professional or looking to move into the sector. MSc Cyber Resilience provides an in-depth study of the technical aspects as well as the necessary managerial skills of such a role. This course will allow you to receive the full support of a Masters-level degree while allowing you to continue to work full time.

Why study this subject?

Cyber Resilience goes beyond traditional cyber security, emphasizing an organisation's capacity to sustain core functions amidst cyber threats. This course encompasses prevention, response, and recovery from cyber incidents, aiming to minimize their impact and facilitate swift and effective recovery.

One key aspect of cyber resilience is its recognition that security is not solely a technological challenge but fundamentally a human problem. To adapt and stay up to date companies must adopt a holistic approach that includes physical, human, and procedural security systems.

To achieve this holistic approach we teach mathematics for statistical risk assessment, computer science for security provision, cryptography for secure communications, and business management skills for policy development and organisational resilience.

MSc cyber resilience explores the complexities of securing and maintaining digital systems in the 21st century. This degree is not confined to a specific cultural or national context; it addresses global challenges from ethical and professional perspectives. Cyber resilience has become a crucial skill set in the workforce, and as a graduate of this course, you'll be prepared to take on leading roles in any industry.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

MSc Cyber Resilience incorporates guidance from the Communications-Electronics Resilience Group (CESG), a group within the UK Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), as well as the Chartered Institute for Information Security’s Information Resilience Skills framework.

The tutors on this course have a well-established reputation and considerable experience in the cybersecurity industry, in both professional practice and facilitating teaching at all levels.

BNU has invested in a range of state-of-the-art facilities across our campuses to support your learning. Our dedicated cyber security computer lab, in High Wycombe, provides the ideal location for hands-on learning. Giving you the opportunity to put theory into practice.

Our library is the perfect place to find the resources you need and a quiet place to study, filled with four floors of books, journals, computer suites and study rooms. When you are working from home, e-journals and resources are easily accessible for remote study using our Virtual Learning Environment.

What will I study?

MSc Cyber Resilience focuses on developing a holistic understanding of cyber resilience, encompassing physical, human, procedural, and technical security systems. It addresses the multi-disciplinary nature of security, incorporating elements from Computer Science, Law, Mathematics, Business Studies, Management, Ethics, and Philosophy.

The curriculum aims to develop your critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical awareness. Preparing you, for leading roles in the public or private sector. We will build on and grow your understanding of cyber threats, risk management, and network security.