Cyber Security PGCert / PGDip / MSc
Robert Gordon University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Garthdee

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The MSc Cyber Security degree is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre and will equip you for an exciting career in this fast-paced and ever-changing field. You’ll learn how to design and maintain secure information systems and networks, and you will gain the knowledge and skills to prevent, protect and minimise cyber security threats and incidents. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities which will ensure you are proficient in the use of modern equipment, principles, ...Read more

The MSc Cyber Security degree is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre and will equip you for an exciting career in this fast-paced and ever-changing field. You’ll learn how to design and maintain secure information systems and networks, and you will gain the knowledge and skills to prevent, protect and minimise cyber security threats and incidents. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities which will ensure you are proficient in the use of modern equipment, principles, techniques, tools and methodologies for the design, implementation, maintenance and recovery of secure networks and information systems. You will understand legal requirements and current standards around information security, satisfying the demands of industry and IT providers for well-rounded computing practitioners who are experts in their holistic understanding of security issues.

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Modules

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Entry requirements

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in Computing or related subject such as Electronics and Information Systems. Applicants with a lower degree classification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£8,550 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

£5,890 per year

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Students from Scotland

Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

£18,970 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Accommodation(Woolmanhill-Single standard room) - £105.98 per week

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Uni info

Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House, Garthdee Road Aberdeen AB10 7QB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  1.6 miles away

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