Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security MSci

This course aims to provide you with a strong practical and theoretical understanding of cybersecurity, hacking, digital forensics, security operations and the underlying associated computer science. <br/><br/>The course is designed to help you develop skills in the following areas. <br/>• Understanding who ‘hackers’ typically are, the techniques they use to break into systems and the way we defend against them. <br/>• Learning how to examine computers and networks for digital artefacts, and how these can be used in a legal case, or as part of incident response. <br/>• Understanding how the network infrastructure connects systems, and the impact on security. <br/><br/>**Key Course Benefits**<br/><br/>• Join a thriving community of ethical hackers with opportunities to participate in societies and live ‘hackathon’ type events*<br/>• Previous graduates have gone on to become security consultants, security engineers, penetration testers and other sector-specific roles. <br/>• Practical, hands-on approach to teaching, where you have the chance to demonstrate the theoretical aspects of the course through real-world examples <br/>• Dedicated specialised learning environment - the Ethical Hacking Lab**<br/><br/>*UK and international opportunities  <br/>Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office. <br/><br/>** Facilities  <br/>Facilities are subject to availability. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use. 

Coventry University are rated overall Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, recognising the high quality of their teaching and student experience. They also offer strong academic and well-being support, including their Phoenix+ programme and dedicated Success Coaches. Coventry is ranked a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2025), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing.<br/> <br/>Coventry University is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they've built strong industry links to equip you with the real-world skills and creative thinking, and the confidence to make a meaningful impact.

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