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MSc Cyber Security, Risk and Resilience

University of South Wales

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    City Campus, Newport

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

As the use of information systems is now widespread in the lives of individuals, business and society, the security of computer systems is increasingly important. The significance of information security and the demand for relevant skills has been emphasised recently by high-profile incidents concerning the privacy of personal data and security of financial information. This specialist Computer Systems Security masters focuses on the technical aspects of computer systems security and systems administration, including penetration testing. You will be taught by an internationally recognised team from the department’s Cybersecurity Research Group, and external speakers contribute to delivering the latest expertise and developments.Career opportunities are excellent – the demand for specialists in this area continues to rise as companies become increasingly dependent on computers and the internet. On graduation, you will be equipped for careers that require in-depth knowledge of technical security issues. Potential roles include systems administrator, security penetration tester or information security consultant, and skills gained strongly relate to the roles of information security analyst and IT security co-ordinator. With education to Masters level now the recognised professional level of competence, graduates will be better placed to pursue careers in industry, or continue their interest in computer systems security through a computing research degree or computing PhD.

Tuition fees

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£ 16,900per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    77th

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    80th out of 117 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    126 56%

    59th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    88th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    24th

    11

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