Cyber Security (CybSec)

Program Overview

This Master's program in Computer Science with a specialization in Cyber Security equips students with the knowledge and skills to tackle cyber security risks and develop countermeasures. Through coursework, research, and a thesis, students gain expertise in security and cryptography, system security, and e-law. Graduates are prepared for careers as security analysts, engineers, consultants, and managers in various industries, including IT, finance, healthcare, and government.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Course Content:
The specialisation in Cyber Security focuses on tackling cyber security risks and developing and implementing countermeasures to protect digital systems. Students will gain an understanding of formal and cryptographic foundations underlying security and privacy of modern ICT systems and develop skills in assessing the security of ICT systems and applying different methods and approaches to design secure and privacy-enhancing ICT systems.
• Modules:
Examples of courses offered in this specialisation include Security and Cryptography, System Security, and E-Law.
• Course Structure:
The programme is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to become experts in Cyber Security. The curriculum includes coursework, research, and a Master's thesis. Students will have access to state-of-the art security labs and will work on real-world problems, such as auditing a company's network security infrastructure or identifying vulnerabilities in phishing emails.

Teaching:

• Methods:
The programme employs a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, and laboratory work.
• Faculty:
The programme is taught by a team of experienced researchers and practitioners.
• Unique Approaches:
Students will have access to state-of-the art security labs where they will have the opportunity to work on real-world problems.

Careers:

• Career Paths:
Graduates of the Master's in Computer Science with a specialisation in Cyber Security will be qualified for a variety of roles in the field, including: security analyst, security engineer, security consultant, and information security manager.
• Career Opportunities:
Graduates will have opportunities to work in a variety of industries, including: IT, finance, healthcare, and government.
• Career Outcomes:
Graduates will be prepared to meet the growing demand for professionals with expertise in cyber security.