MSc in Tecnologia della Sicurezza Informatica

This programme is intended for individuals with an undergraduate degree in any field who desire to pursue a career in cyber security. The MSc in Cyber Security Technology is specifically tailored to individuals who have no previous knowledge of cyber security, and its modular content is designed to reflect this approach.

This course has been developed with input from industry partners to provide you with the most current cyber security knowledge required by employers. Upon completing the programme, graduates will be prepared to pursue entry-level or junior positions in the cyber security sector and IT industry, or to advance onto academic or research-oriented careers.

Key facts

• Northumbria University is recognised as a Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research (ACEs-CSR) by the National Cyber Security Centre
• This course is designed to be made suitable for students without a study or work background in computing
• This course is also available to study as a part-time programme
• Learn from the pioneers in the study of Cyber Security and acquire highly sought-after skills for an advance role in the IT industry
• Develop the theoretical concepts and applied knowledge in emerging technologies such as Big Data and cloud engineering
• Be further skilled in business intelligence and leadership to enhance your prospects of advancing to a senior role
• This programme has been designed to meet the accreditation criteria of BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional
• Also available as Cyber Security Technology with Advanced Practice which includes an internship, group consultancy project or research project. This can provide valuable work experience and an opportunity to apply your learning in a real-world scenario
• After finishing the programme, you will be eligible to participate in QA Professional Pathways programmes, which will allow you to enhance your skills with one of the largest providers of project management and IT training in the UK

Keen to take the world by storm?

Northumbria University London provides industry-focused courses in the heart of London’s business and financial district to kick-start your career in the right direction.

Gain access to career-enhancing partnerships, learn from academics who are professionals in their field and live in one of the most multicultural and popular student cities in the world.