Cybersecurity

Master of Science

Type of Programme
Part-time, Online
Duration
2 Years
Course Code
CR_KINSE_9
Entry Requirements
See details below
Application Deadline
30th August 2024
Location(s)
Online
Course NFQ Level
Level 9

Vincent Ryan

T: 021 433 5112

Email: (email)

Overview

This programme is delivered part-time online. In online mode, all classes are delivered over the Internet and all practical work is completed using MTU’s cloud infrastructure. 24 months (4 semesters) is the minimum duration.

Cybersecurity can be defined as the protection of information and information systems from unauthorised access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction in order to provide confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Today, Cybersecurity is becoming a function of increasing importance for the continued operation of commercial entities. The increasing level of interconnectedness of information networks and the reliance of business models on this interconnectedness has resulted in a network (currently the Internet) that has over a yottabyte of information stored, much of which is unsecured. This continuing trend is predicted to strongly increase the importance of Cybersecurity within most multinational entities.

This programme aims to fill the ever-increasing skills gap in this area and delivers material that follows the most current practice. Upon successful completion of this programme the student will both understand and deploy the most advanced methods to protect information at rest, in transit, and at work.

 

Course Delivery

24 months (4 semesters) is the minimum duration.

The MSc in Cybersecurity part-time offering is taught fully online and is designed specifically for computing professionals working in the IT industry. The modules are assessed by online continuous assessment. The programme is hands-on in nature and provides the learner with detailed working knowledge of the techniques and tools used in the field of Cybersecurity. Online lectures are delivered to students 2 evenings per week. Lectures are streamed live over the Internet and recorded to facilitate easy playback for learners.

The full-time offering is taught on campus over one academic year and some elective modules may be taken online.

Award

Master of Science in Cybersecurity (Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications).

(Single module certification is possible)

What will I study?

Modules

Mandatory:

  • Incident Response and Digital Forensics
  • Networking Security & Forensics
  • Offensive Security
  • Security Risk and Compliance Applied
  • Cryptography Scripting for Cybersecurity
  • Cybersecurity Research Project

Electives:

  • Malware Investigations
  • Malware Reverse Engineering
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Software Vulnerabilities
  • Fraud and Anomaly Detection
  • Distributed Ledger Technology
  • Free Choice Module

Modules

What is a Module?

A module is a standalone unit of learning and assessment and is completed within one semester. A full-time student will normally study six modules in each semester; part-time and ACCS (Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects) students will have flexibility as to the number of modules taken.

The button below provides a link to all of the University's approved modules for this programme.

View Modules

Entry Requirements

Entry to the MSc in Cybersecurity will require a minimum of a Level 8 Honours Degree in Computer Science or in a cognate discipline. Applicants who do not hold a Level 8 degree but have significant industrial experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

 

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

Fees

EU Applicants: €9,000.  This is typically paid in 4 instalments: €2,000 x 3 and a final instalment of €3,000.

 

Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €500 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee. 

Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.

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