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MSc Ethical Hacking and Computer Security – (M.Sc.)
University of Abertay Dundee
School of Computing and Engineering Systems
| Application Deadline: | 30 June | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,007 ≈ € 11,197 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Dundee / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 16 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Abertay Dundee
* Provides the core skills to allow you to take positions in a variety of companies where computer security is a major issue
* Graduates will be at the forefront of new developments in security
* Benefits from an active teaching group with a growing reputation based on industry links and Knowledge Transfer projects
* Delivered in a project based, entrepreneurial and enterprise culture
Many companies are now so worried about the threat from cyber crime that they employ consultants to test the security of their computer systems. As a result, computer specialists skilled in the techniques of Ethical Hacking and in the security measures necessary to protect systems from malicious hacking are currently very much in demand.
An ethical hacker essentially evaluates the security of a computer system or network by simulating an attack by a malicious hacker. The process involves an active analysis of the system for any weaknesses, technical flaws or vulnerabilities. These security issues are presented to the system owner, together with an assessment of their impact, and a proposal for mitigation or a technical solution to the problem.
Students from this course will be equipped with the skills to analyse and secure computer systems and networks.
Contents
The course has 4 subject themes:
* Ethical Hacking: the tools and techniques used by hackers and the professional process involved in conducting an Ethical Hack or Penetration Test.
* Security Issues: the underlying security problems within computers and the internet. This includes risk management, social and legal issues, and identity management (how to ensure a user is who they say they are).
* Networking Infrastructure: the design, monitoring, management and security of systems to enable the correct people to have the appropriate privileges within an effective and efficient networked computer system.
* Forensic Computing: the aftermath of a successful unlawful hack. This involves examining the techniques of forensic computing and gathering evidence of an intruder within a system.
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Requirements
Applicants should have a minimum of an upper second-class Honours degree in the field of Computing. The course is designed for students whose degree comprises a significant component of software development or networking. Applicants who do not cover the appropriate subjects during their degree will be considered if they have relevant industry experience. This would normally be a minimum of two years' experience of working in the area of software development or networking, in either a promoted post or with a significant level of responsibility.
* Disclosure Scotland check required
* Applicant interview required
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 563 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 223 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 85 |
Accreditation
The course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, as meeting the educational requirement for CITP Further Learning and partially meeting the educational requirement for CEng/CSci registration, subject to Committee approval in early 2010 and confirmation once the first cohort has graduated.
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