MSc Cloud and Network Security

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Medium of studying

Duration

Program Facts

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Cloud Computing | Cybersecurity | Network Security

Area of study

Information and Communication Technologies

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

Programme Awards

Title	Type	Level	Description
Master’s Degree (MBA)	Final Award	Level 7	Cloud and Network Security
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip)	Exit or Fallback Award	Level 7	Cloud and Network Security
Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert)	Exit or Fallback Award	Level 7	Cloud and Network Security

General Entry Requirements

You are normally expected to have successfully completed an honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject and have appropriate work experience. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.

Additional Criteria

Candidates must attend an interview
If English is not your first language you will need to complete a Secure English Language Test at IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with no band less than 5.5

Aims of the Programme

The principal aims of the programme are to:

enable graduates with a background in networking, system administration or cloud computing to gain a deeper understanding of security and operations of computer systems.
ensure students have access and exposure to the latest methodologies and development techniques.
develop an understanding of enabling technologies such as computer operating systems, virtualisation and networking that can be used in innovative ways to deliver distributed and reliable computing solutions.
apply appropriate design methodologies so that computer applications can be packaged and delivered efficiently using the cloud model.
equip students to adapt and learn new skills as the computer industry evolves throughout their careers.
enhance essential skills such as group working, report writing and research skills.
equip students with the knowledge necessary to understand the ethical and environmental issues they will encounter in industry in general.
develop sophisticated intellectual capabilities of research, critique, synthesis and innovation culminating in a masters level dissertation.

Programme Structure

The MSc Cloud and Network Security programme comprises of 5 core modules. Overall, the number and level of credits for this qualification requires successful completion of 180 credits at level HE7

Validated Modules

COM7301: Professional Practice
COM7302: Research Methods
CLD7301: Penetration Testing and Forensics
CLD7302: Cloud Solutions and Implementation
CLD7303: InfoSec
SWE7303: DevOps
CLD7304: Enterprise Network Architecture
COM7303: Project

Location

University Of Bolton, Academic Center, Opp. Higher College Of Technology Mens College Al Hudaiba – Burairat P.O.Box: 16038 Ras Al Khaimah U.A.E

Office Hours

Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday: 09:00 – 18:00
Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00