Cyber Security MSc

**Overview**<br/><br/>Cyber security is a dynamic and constantly evolving area that is going to play an increasingly pivotal role in all our lives, as the world continues towards a highly connected society. The MSc Cyber Security course at UEA provides an exciting and challenging journey through the ethical, societal, cultural and technological aspects of the subject. <br/><br/>This is a course that is perfect for anyone with a curious mind and the drive to shape the future of society. Our Cyber Security Masters course will give you a well-rounded appreciation of the issues facing our hyperconnected society, and some of the technological, legislative and social issues that we now face. You’ll also meet and be taught by practitioners from industry who will inform you of current issues and how these are being addressed through lectures, seminars, lab sessions and guest lectures. Each module will have seminars, labs or a combination of the two to give you the chance to apply what you’ve learned. <br/><br/>Whether you’re interested in the technical, human or legislative side of the subject, the Cyber Security course at UEA will give you the chance to develop a knowledge and understanding of the key areas. You’ll explore the many contributing factors that shape this complex and exciting subject. You’ll develop core cyber security knowledge along with essential intellectual skills such as communication, critical thinking and research that will be with you for the rest of your life. You’ll also gain important insights into the practical reality of cyber threats and security from industry practitioners. <br/><br/>Located in the beautiful and historic city of Norwich, you’ll enjoy an active research environment, work with modern facilities and equipment, and research at the state-of-the-art library at UEA. <br/><br/>Our school runs an employability fair every year, which includes a range of industry talks and stands. During this course, you’ll develop a range of skills to encourage critical and analytical thinking and help you communicate your ideas. When you graduate, you’ll be well-equipped to pursue careers like software engineering, data analysis, security penetration testing programming, or to continue to develop your knowledge with further study. <br/><br/>**Disclaimer**<br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: **www.uea.ac.uk**