York , England , United Kingdom
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Overview
Break into the cyber security sector
With our lives increasingly dependent on computer networks and the internet – both of which are potential targets of terrorist and criminal attacks – cyber security is becoming one of the greatest challenges that society is facing today. Graduates who understand the technologies and practices that underpin secure computer systems are in very high demand.
Our online programmes allow you to study around work and home commitments, at different times and locations. This is your Masters degree, on your own terms, in your own time.
On the Computer Science with Cyber Security programme from University of York, you will learn about:- Network and operating system security
- Security risk analysis
- Secure software development – covering security requirement specification, security design, secure coding and security testing
- Computational thinking
- Computational problem-solving
- Software development
- Broad knowledge of computer science
Career opportunities
In the UK alone, over 1.5 million people work in the digital sector, while the number of digital technology jobs has grown at twice the rate of other roles. Graduates of this programme go on to a range of positions in software and web development, IT systems, support and programming. This world-class Russell Group institution and leading Department of Computer Science offer the global reach and industry-relevant content that set our programmes apart.Get more details
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Cyber Security Threats
- Security Engineering
- Advanced Programming
- Computer and Mobile Networks
- Software Engineering
- Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Computer Sciences IT Security Cyber Security View 57 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Lower Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 87
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:2 (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in any subject
- Or Masters degree (or equivalent) in any subject
- Students whose first degree was not taught in English should have an appropriate English language qualification
Tuition Fee
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International
7800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7800 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
7800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7800 GBP per year and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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