MSc. in Computer Security (Online Master)

Organisation:: The University of Liverpool in coop. with Laureate Online Education
Typ:: Part-time
Certificate:: M.Sc.
Duration:: 5 Semester/s

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Programme

The MSc in Computer Security provides a comprehensive approach to this growing field. Using a detailed, interdisciplinary approach, it examines the global threats to electronically stored and transmitted information, and the countermeasures that can be used against them.

You should emerge with the technical and commercial expertise that will be increasingly in demand in today’s information-dependent world. Your advanced, specialist qualification should provide the foundation for a senior career as a computer security expert in a dynamic global organisation.

Target audience

Our MSc in Computer Security equips you with the depth of knowledge and range of skills required to handle the challenges of this fast-expanding area.

It encompasses a wide variety of technologies and disciplines, including cryptography, forensics, network design and programming the internet, along with an examination of commercial and legal considerations that influence security policy.

Emphases/Curriculum

Personalised study:
Students can customise their degree
according to their individual requirements.

Core modules:

Computer Structures
Professional Issues in Computing
Computer Communication and Networks
Security Engineering
Computer Forensics
Programming the Internet
Dissertation

Elective modules:

Databases
Software Engineering
Management of QA and Software Testing
Operating Systems Concepts
Object Orientated Programming in Java
Web XML Applications
e-Commerce

Admission/Entrance requirements
Part-time:
Number of participants max.:	18
Number of applicants:	n.a.

Application requirements: A Bachelors degree from a accredited college or university or a degree from a recognised institution comparable and/or equivalent to a British Honours degree. Two years professional IT experience working directly in an IT related environment. English Language skills relevant to an online program and comparable to IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 600, or GCSE C. 2 - 4 years working experience related to the degree program (practical background knowledge of business). Minimum age for online master students: 23 years

Languages
Language(s) of instruction:	English
Going abroad:	not possible

Study online

A new way of learning
These demands are way beyond the capabilities of traditional classroom and distance learning methods. By bringing likeminded professionals together in our unique 100% online learning environment, we enable them to share the latest thinking from the real world.

From the moment your programme starts, you are in constant discussion with your classmates. You get regular feedback and grading from your instructor and continuous support from a dedicated member of our student support team. So, whilst your programme is tough, it never feels like a solo effort.

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Organisation

Laureate Education, Inc., as the University of Liverpool's exclusive worldwide e-learning partner, makes the University's programmes available online, providing the e-learning environment and personal student support.

Both partners are renowned for quality, innovation and continuous improvement in online teaching and learning.

The partnership between the University of Liverpool and Laureate Online Education brings together a unique combination of resources and capabilities.

The University of Liverpool is responsible for the academic quality of our programmes and it awards the degrees. The online Masters programmes we offer originate in Liverpool's highly ranked School of Medicine, School of Management and Department of Computer Science.