Master of Science in Cyber Security (Coventry University)

Local Qualifications

• Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Science with Honours in Cyber Security at PSB Academy can progress onto the Master of Science in Cyber Security; OR
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering etc.; OR
• A relevant professional qualification of an equivalent level.

The following consideration with prior learning and work experience to adhere to the mature candidate route (30 years old and above) with a minimum of 8 years of work experience:

• A lower qualification plus appropriate and relevant experience at a professional level
• Accreditation for prior learning (RPL) is in accordance with University regulations. The accreditation for Prior Experiential learning (RPEL) will only be awarded for achievements equivalent to masters’ level.

English Language Requirement

Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5 with no component lower than 5.5.

Minimum Age Requirement

To be eligible for admission, students must be at least 18 years of age by the commencement date of the course in which students want to enrol, should application be successful.

International Qualifications:

• See course webpage for more information

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• Network Security
• Ethical Hacking
• Secure Design and Development
• Cryptography
• Intrusion Detection and Response
• Digital Data Acquisition, Recovery and Analysis
• Security of Emerging Connected Systems
• Automotive Cyber Security
• Cyber Security Individual Project

Delivery of modules may not follow the sequence above and are subject to changes.

Mode of Assessment

Includes assignments and projects.

Lesson duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session