Overview

The Internet of Things (Part-time) programme from Ulster University covers leading-edge knowledge in ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics, networks, and security protocols.

The course content is informed by internationally leading research conducted within the School, alongside strong industry partnerships.

Cyber security is an exciting and rapidly growing field across both industry and academia. The skills developed through this course are in high demand across key sectors such as critical infrastructure protection, cloud security, network and application security, cyber threat intelligence, industrial IoT, smart cities, and governance, risk and compliance (GRC). The course also provides a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue further research studies.

Career opportunities:

Cyber security has become one of the most significant technology priorities of recent years, driven by its profound impact on national security, organisational resilience, and the global economy. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, organisations increasingly require knowledgeable and highly skilled professionals in areas such as computing, network security, and data analysis, alongside an understanding of business processes and risk management.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Science and Machine Learning
Cyber Security
Big Data and Infrastructure
IoT Networks and Protocols
Pervasive Computing
Embedded Systems and Sensors

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-07 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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80

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4

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A second class lower division honours degree or better, in the subject areas of computing, engineering or cognate area from a university of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or from a recognised national awarding body, or from an institution of another country which has been recognised as being of an equivalent standard; or

An equivalent standard (normally 50%) in a Graduate Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or an approved alternative qualification; and the qualification must be in the subject areas of Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or closely related discipline.

Provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).

Tuition Fees

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23745 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9652 GBP / year

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Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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