Applied Computer Networks & Security - Cyber Security - Online

This course has been designed to enable learners from an IT background or non-IT background with relevant work experience to gain a post graduate qualification in applied computer networks and / or security. The materials covered in the modules have been benchmarked against industry standard professional certifications to ensure that graduates have in-demand IT industry skill sets. The delivery is broken into 30 ECTS blocks to enable the learner to select the most beneficial to them enabling continuous professional development (CPD) and progression from post graduate certificate (30 ECTS) to diploma (60 ECTS) or full MSc (90 ECTS). The delivery of classes is on-line, and the timing is suitable to those in full-time employment.



The course modules cover the technical content of a variety of IT industry professional certifications. The certification exams and any membership fees are not included in this programme. Final certification examinations may be taken at a number of national external examination centres.

Year 1



Data Centre Design and Networking Credits: 10

Information Security Credits: 10

Network Design Credits: 10

Network Infrastructure Security Credits: 10

Penetration Testing and Cyber Operations Credits: 10

Private Cloud and Software Defined Networking Credits: 10

Research Project Credits: 30

A minimum Second-Class Level 8 Honours Degree (2.2) in an IT related discipline or non-IT discipline with considerable experience and/ or ability evidenced by a portfolio of prior experience and learning. Priority entry will be given to applicants with a higher classification of award.

1 year, full-time/part-time, online.

Career Opportunities

This programme is designed to enable learners to either progress and develop new skillsets in the their chosen IT career through CPD or start a new career in the IT industry altogether. Industry roles depending on experience could be related to networks, security and or IT management. For example: network engineer, technical support engineer (levels 1-3), Cybersecurity Security Operations Centre (SOC) analyst, IT services manager etc.



Further Study

Post Graduate studies within the department include research Masters and Doctorate studies.