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University of Westminster
Cyber Security and Forensics
Study detals
: Postgraduate : MSc : Full-time : 12 MonthRequirements
A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a computing-related discipline. If your first degree does not have a strong computing element then your work experience and other qualifications may also be taken into account.
If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0.
Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.
Speciality
If you don't wish to pay the whole amount of your fees at once, you may be able to pay by instalments. This opportunity is available if you have a personal tuition fee liability of £2,000 or more and if you are self-funded or funded by the Student Loans Company.
If you have previously studied at university level, or have equivalent work experience, academic credit may be awarded towards your course at Westminster. For more information, visit our Recognition of Prior Learning page.
Additional information
State-of-the-art technologies and resources: You’ll be equipped with cutting-edge tools, including a licensed FTK Forensics Toolkit and other readily available Open-Source Tools. Our dedicated forensics computer laboratory, along with over 30 computing laboratories, offers an extensive range of software, providing hands-on experience with Linux/UNIX, Windows, and Mac OS. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to utilise specialised software tools and packages specifically designed for cyber security and forensics.
Gain industry insider knowledge – you'll benefit from presentations by industry professionals who regularly appear as guest speakers.
Accredited course – you’ll be entitled to professional membership of the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, an important part of the criteria for achieving Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status through the institute.
Develop in-demand skills – the need for improved computer security has never been greater, with a growing demand for cyber security specialists.
This course has links to an active cyber security research group with PhD students and academic staff investigating the latest advances in cyber security and forensics studies.
Some of our graduates have gone on to work in leading governmental and security organisations such as the Police and the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).
