Program Overview

Cyber Diplomacy MSc

Overview

This course will provide you with an opportunity to analyse the complex factors that contribute to and shape international cyber conflict. You'll learn to demonstrate an understanding of confidence-building measures as well as the socio-political complexities and legal challenges stemming from issues of attribution, accountability, and sovereignty, as well as meet current global cyber diplomacy priorities and capacity building.

Course Options

• MSc: Min 2:2 honours degree in Computer Science, Businesses, Politics or Economics from a recognised UK HE institution.
• International Qualifications: We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.
• English Language requirements: Overall IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading (or recognised equivalent)

Fees, Funding and Additional Costs

• Fees: EU, EEA and Swiss Nationals starting a course from September 2021, will no longer be eligible for Home fees.
• Funding: Postgraduate Loans Scheme, Postgraduate Scholarship, Alumni Discount, Early Payment Discount, Asylum Seekers scholarship, Civic Engagement, Hardship Bursary, Sport Scholarships
• Additional Costs: Textbooks, Computer equipment, Printing, Travel

Learn About Applying

• UK Full-time starting Sept: Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button. For further information read our Guide to Applying.
• UK Part-time starting Sept: Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button. For further information read our Guide to Applying.
• International Full-time starting Sept: Please read and consider the entry and visa requirements for this course before you submit your application.

What Makes This Course Different

• In depth training: Build your expertise in cyber diplomacy, theory, and research in applied cyber defence management
• Multi-disciplinary course: Develop the transformational mindset needed for advanced cyber diplomat practice and leadership
• Learn from experts: You’ll be taught by experts in academia, government, military, diplomats, and NATO

Course Modules

• Security Management (30 credits) Core Module: This module will provide the core theoretical background necessary for ensuring the security of information systems.
• International Cyber-Conflict (30 credits) Core Module: The character of security at an international level has been a key area of study in International Relations.
• IT & Internet Law (30 credits) Core Module: This module aims to develop an understanding of legal issues raised by the increased use of communication networks, such as the Internet.
• Cyber Defence Diplomacy (30 credits) Core Module
• Mental Wealth; Professional Life (Dissertation) Core Module: In this practical project at the master’s level, students will undertake a project within the scope of the selected MSc programme to develop skills relevant to a senior computing professional.

What We're Researching

Our research is focuses on how to respond to specific operational needs of cyber diplomacy and what the mechanisms would look like, how it would operate, and interact with stakeholders and other relevant processes; and how it would build on the existing framework for responsible state behaviour in cyber space developed in the context of the UN.

Your Future Career

With your qualification you will be equipped to meet the current demand as a skilled global cyber diplomat and have the leadership skills to be able to help build individuals seeking to grow in the industry.

How We Support Your Career Ambitions

We offer dedicated careers support, further opportunities to thrive, such as volunteering and industry networking. our courses are created in collaboration with employers and industry to ensure they accurately reflect the real-life practices of your future career and provide you with the essential skills needed.

How You'll Learn

On this course, you'll be taught by a wide range of experts in their fields, and you'll learn by a set of core and specialised units and micro-credentials. These are delivered through practice, simulations, and workshops, and focus on the principles and practice of advanced diplomacy, and diplomacy leadership.

How You'll Be Assessed

Coursework will include presentations, essays, project work, practical reports, and portfolio completion.

Campus and Facilities

Our waterfront campus in the historic Royal Docks provides a modern, well-equipped learning environment.

Who Teaches This Course

This course is delivered by the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering.

Related Courses

• MSc Cyber Security Engineering
• Prof Doc Cyber Diplomacy
• MSc Computer Science