The role of security in today’s world becomes even more prominent with time as organisations continuously invest in resource in resources and personnel to ensure that their reputation and assets are protected from risks, threats and other forms of crises. This degree aims to provide learners with a thorough understanding of many principles within the field of computer security, as well as, expose the learner to different concepts and techniques related to cryptography.

Learning Outcomes:

• understand the fundamental principles related to the field of computer security;
• understand the concepts relating to cryptography;
• appreciate a range of cryptographic techniques developed throughout human history;
• understand and apply modern techniques used to encrypt data;
• have a broad understanding of management issues within the field;
• explore topical topics such as hacking, forensics and crypto-currencies.

Job Opportunities:

• Cyber Security Analyst
• IS Analyst
• Network Security
• Cryptography Analyst
• Security Management