Cyber Security The University of Manchester

Overview

Cryptography, network security, software security, computer architecture – the Cyber Security programme offered at The University of Manchester is both comprehensive and cutting edge.

Key Features

Providing you with an introduction to all the fundamentals, and then challenging you to creatively implement that knowledge, as a postgraduate of this course you will graduate with the tools needed to build verifiable, trustworthy software and machine learning systems.

In high-demand across a number of sectors, the research-informed content puts you at the cusp of discovery, enabling you to learn how to evolve your skillset with industry developments.

On this course, you will follow 75% of core security material whilst also enjoying the freedom to tailor the rest of your study with optional units. You may find one of the most rewarding elements of your course is your Master’s Project, which enables you to carry out a substantial technical task which truly focuses in on your area of interest.

As a postgraduate of this course, you will have already experimented with, and developed your specialisms of choice, preparing you to choose how best to apply your skill-set.

Career opportunities

Of paramount importance across almost all modern business today, secure and trustworthy technology is an increasing requirement, and our postgraduates are well-versed in its execution.

Governments, businesses, not-for-profit organisations, hospitals, educational institutions, individuals – as technology and legislation evolves, so do the requirements for solutions across all these applications.

Having developed your specialisation in Cyber Security, a growing and global priority, you will be well prepared to help organisations reduce the risk of digital attacks. Being as wide-ranging as it is, there are a number of industries and roles you could follow.

Example careers:

• Information Security Analyst

• Cyber Security Engineer

• Penetration Tester

• Security Software Developer