About the course

Computer security is one of the key challenges in contemporary computing. You will gain critical knowledge within the cyber security and digital forensic domains, combining academic principles and industrial practice.

　　The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities.

　　Course specialisms include network security, penetration testing, incident response, malware analysis, cryptography, audit and compliance, and host and mobile digital forensics.

　　The specialisation you gain in the taught modules is further developed through an extensive research-based MSc dissertation project, leading towards a mastery of a subject area and enhancing your particular specialism. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£27,810

Intake	Location
Trimester 2 (January), 2024	Edinburgh
Trimester 2 (January), 2025	Edinburgh
Trimester 2 (January), 2026	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Edinburgh Napier University

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above in a Computing discipline (Computing, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Software Engineering, Cyber Security) or other IT disciplines with minimum of 50% Computing modules in the last two years of study. We may also consider lesser qualifications, or even none at all, if you have sufficient relevant computing-based work experience from industry. IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL Internet Based Test 80 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Edinburgh Napier University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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