Cyber Security

UCAS code: I201

Here's what University of the West of Scotland says about its Cyber Security course.

OVERVIEW

As the country’s security and prosperity rests on digital foundations it has never been more important to be protected from those who seek to exploit weaknesses and launch attacks. Learn to protect and secure modern data infrastructure with the BEng (Hons) Cyber Security degree at UWS.You will develop industry relevant knowledge and skills based around the ethical hacking framework, underpinned by a thorough understanding of both networking (CCNA) and programming theory. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS • This programme has been devised to meet a growing need, as identified by the Scottish and UK Governments, for individuals who possess a skillset to meet the challenges posed by the constantly evolving computer systems. • The integration of academia and industry in the delivery of the programme ensures the currency of this innovative industry focussed programme. • You will study a wide range of topics, including: • operating and computer systems security • wireless networks and their security • intrusion detection and prevention • network security auditing and monitoring

PROGRAMME DETAILS

This programme has strong industry links, including a programme of guest speakers, company visits and networking events with employers. Work placement opportunities available through the University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences allow students to put theory into practice in real-world business environments.

CAREERS Graduates of the degree will be looking to progress towards roles such as Chief Security Engineer (CSE) or Chief Security Officer (CSO), in sectors such as healthcare, banking and finance and various security related public sector organisations.

Year 1 In Year 1, you will study the following modules: Introduction to Web Development, CCNA1: Introduction to Networks, Introduction to Programming, Computing Systems, Professional Development in Computing, Security Fundamentals and Mathematics for Computing. Year 2 In Year 2, you will study core modules covering Database Development, Operating Systems, Ethical Hacking: Tools & Techniques, and Linux: Tools and Administration and then take optional modules depending on previous studies and background. These optional modules may include Programming for Cyber Security and further CCNA module. Year 3 In Year 3, you will study core modules including: Research Methods in Computing, Professional Computing Practice, Cryptography, Digital Forensic Analysis, Systems Programming Concepts. You will then undertake optional modules, again depending upon your previous studies and background. These may include: Python for Network Engineers, Unix System Administration., Information Security Management. Year 4 Year 4 is the BEng (Hons) year and you will study the following core modules: Secure Programming, Advanced Digital Forensic Analysis, Governance, Risk & Compliance, Group Research Project. You will then undertake optional modules, again depending upon your previous studies and background. This will be from: Network Security or Machine Learning for Data Analytics. Year 5 The MEng (Hons) is Year 5 and is dominated with your Master's research project where you will undertake a detailed research project on a topic of particular interest to yourself and your career focus. You will also undertake the following core modules: Mobile Forensics and Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering. You will complete your studies by taking two optional modules from a list including: Advanced Network Security, Applied Cryptography, Incident Response, Cyber Security: Law and Ethics, Network Penetration Testing, and Threat Intelligence.