Cybersecurity Privacy & Trust - Carlow

Unfortunately, terms such as phishing, piracy, the dark web, online scams and cyber fraud have become familiar tooth the general public and businesses alike. This programme will develop graduates that are skilled in the latest cybersecurity techniques and technologies. Graduates will be able to propose solutions to solve some of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity that enhance both privacy and trust in ICT systems.



What will be able to do when I finish this programme?

The modules of Security Management and Compliance; Network and Cloud security; Advanced Incident Response; and Penetration Testing will focus on developing keys skills to enable graduates to become Security Analysts, Security Engineers, Penetration Testers and Security Managers in the Cybersphere.



The programme will introduce students to innovative ways in which privacy and trust can be established via the Cryptography and Blockchains and Distributed Ledgers modules. Students will develop applications that will provide solutions to create a more trustworthy cyberspace.

What subjects will I study?

Security Management and Compliance

Network and Cloud Security

Modern Cryptography

Research Methodst

Advanced Incident Response

Penetration Testing

Blockchains and Distributed Ledgers

Dissertation



NOTE: Coursework also includes an industry aligned project as a main programme deliverable.

A second-class honours level 8 primary degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or cognate discipline with significant numerate, technical and analytical content.



OR



Applicants who do not meet the above standard entry requirements will also be considered if they have an undergraduate degree (at Level 7 or higher) and a minimum of 3 years verifiable relevant industrial experience. Shortlisted applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements will be invited for interview.



Shortlisted applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements will be invited for interview.



EU and International graduates: equivalent qualifications that are in line with the Bologna agreement or the international NARIC system for Level 8 comparison. Candidates for whom English is not their primary language, should possess an IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual section lower than 6.0 or equivalent recognized English language test.

1 year full-time.



This is an online programme, delivered over 14 hours per week.

Next intake: January 2025.

Study & Career Opportunities

Graduates are well positioned to apply to related fields of study at Master and PhD levels.



Graduates will have the skillset to work in a variety of roles within Cybersecurity such as:

Security Analyst

Security Engineer

Security Manager

Network Engineer

Cloud Engineer

Penetration Tester

Secure Application Developer

Information Risk Advisors.