Computer Science (Cyber Security) with Placement - MSc

For those with prior knowledge of computer science, see our specialist MSc Cyber Security course. The Computer Science (Cyber Security) conversion course will give you the opportunity to establish a foundation in cyber security from technical and multidisciplinary perspectives. This is a conversion course intended for graduates with little or no prior knowledge of computer science. Cybercrime is a growing threat to society, democracy and organisations with increasing high profile cyber security cases in the news. This conversion course has been designed to meet the demands of organisations seeking to protect valuable data. This course will provide you with the key skills and knowledge in computer science and systems security to enhance your career prospects in identifying and solving complex security problems. The University of Kent is recognised by the British Government as being an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research, meaning you will be taught by staff who are top researchers in this area. This course includes an industrial placement of between eight and 50 weeks. This provides an opportunity to work in real-world, technical and business roles, enhancing your study experience and having a dramatic impact on your choices after graduation. Our dedicated placement team help you gain a suitable paid position and provide support throughout. This course is accredited by BCS (British Computer Society).

IELTS 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component

International students: £23,500 per year

UK students: £10,000 per year

UK/Home: £10,000 per year

International: £23,500 per year

September

September intake

• Canterbury, United Kingdom