Taught course

Cyber Security

Institution
Sheffield Hallam University · Computing
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

You need;
• a good level of general education with good analytical skills
• an ambition to develop to a high level in the area of information security
• a degree 2.2 or above in computing or a closely-related discipline.
We will consider your application if you cannot meet the above criteria but have at least one year-s direct work experience in information security or a closely related discipline.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Develop your skills and academic knowledge in the growing field of cyber security through academic teaching, industry input and practical skills development.

  • Develop the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to work as a computing security professional.
  • Explore a range of cutting-edge systems, tools and techniques.
  • Appreciate the role information security has in an organisation and how it can be implemented and managed.
  • Attain useful certification for your career by undertaking the BSI ISO 27001 Lead Auditor exam

This course is ideal if you are already working on an IT environment, or wish to specialise in information security. You'll learn through academic teaching, industry input and practical skills development — and prepare for a range of exciting IT roles.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    36 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Enquiries
Email
enquiries@shu.ac.uk
Phone
+441142255555