Key information

This unique apprenticeship programme aims to prepare you with the knowledge and values you need for a career in cyber security. Youll develop an in-depth understanding of cyber security from experts in the field and get hands-on experience in testing and analysing computing systems.

Course overview

Benefits of this course

You will build knowledge of the cyber security field, explore cryptography, network security and digital forensics, as this is of high value to employers within the sector.

You will also have access to our virtual cyber-security lab where youll work on cyber attack and defence tasks based on real-world scenarios.

Who is this course for?
This course is an apprenticeship, and to apply you must be employed at a company that supports your enrolment on the scheme, or youve received a job offer with a firm that wishes to employ you as an apprentice.

You should have a curiosity and interest in cyber security with a strong desire to learn new techniques to boost your career.
Career
This unique Cyber Security Apprenticeship MSc will help you add value to your company through both your technical and leadership skills.

Youll be able to expand your companys cyber security capability as well as becoming a leader in the cyber security field, managing large scale projects and providing high level strategy and direction.

The programme will provide you with analytical, operational and development skills in both technical and socio-technical cyber security areas, making you highly employable.

Our graduates have gone into a range of careers in the IT sector, as well as the telecommunications and banking industries.

Other roles you could pursue include:

cyber security manager/architect
security analyst
information security
cyber security consultant
information security officer.