Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc
The University of Northampton
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OVERVIEWThe University of Northampton’s Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc course allows you to study cyber security and cryptography. You will have the opportunity to develop your research and analytical skills.MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) students will also complete an individual thesis investigating an area related to an aspect of online secure computer systems design and development that are particularly of interest to you and is part of your career ...Read more

OVERVIEW

The University of Northampton’s Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc course allows you to study cyber security and cryptography. You will have the opportunity to develop your research and analytical skills.

MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) students will also complete an individual thesis investigating an area related to an aspect of online secure computer systems design and development that are particularly of interest to you and is part of your career development plans.

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Course Details

Today’s society relies on computing and Internet technology. This creates a high demand for internet security products and services as well as people with the knowledge and expertise to design, implement and manage secure internet applications. While the University of Northampton’s Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc pathway is mostly technical in focus, you will also learn about the business context and develop interpersonal skills that are vital to problem solving in business.

You will study the following three common modules with all computing master’s students; Modern Computer Architecture, Visual Object Software, and Databases. These modules cover the fundamental principles that you will need to be able to move on to a more specialised range of modules. Some of the optional modules listed below are only offered according to staff

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Entry requirements

Applicants for the master’s in Computing (Internet Technology Security) will normally hold a recognised first or second class honours degree from a UK university or international equivalent in a relevant subject. We expect that you will have a working knowledge of computers and networks and it is essential that you have practical hands-on experience of at least one programming language.

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£8,250 per year

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£16,995 per year

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The University of Northampton
Buildingy23m02, University Drive Waterside Campus Northampton NN1 5PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Northampton  0.6 miles away

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