Cybersecurity

Overview

The MSc in Cybersecurity full-time offering is taught on the Bishopstown Campus, and some elective modules may be delivered online. It is designed specifically for computing professionals working in the IT industry. 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. 

OVERVIEW

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.

AWARD

Master of Science in Cybersecurity (90 ECTS, Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications).
Single module certification is possible.

What will I study?

All modules are worth 5 credits (ECTS) unless otherwise noted.

Mandatory Modules

• Incident Response and Digital Forensics (10 ECTS)
• Security Risk and Compliance (10 ECTS)
• Applied Cryptography
• Web Application and Network Penetration Testing (10 ECTS)
• Networking Security & Forensics (10 ECTS)
• Scripting for Cybersecurity
• Information Security Research Project (30 ECTS)

Elective Modules

• Cloud Security
• Data Analytics
• Malware Investigations
• Malware Reverse Engineering
• Threat Intelligence
• Software Security
• Free Choice Module

DURATION & DELIVERY

Full Time
MTU Bishopstown Cork Campus
No. of weeks per semester: 13
No. of timetable hours per week: 18
Which days: Monday - Friday

Entry Requirements

Entry to the MSc in Cybersecurity will require a minimum of a Level 8 Honours Degree in Computing 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

The following is the expected fees schedule for a typical student who begins the programme in September 2023.

Full-time on-campus delivery:

EU applicants: €8,700 (full-time)
Non-EU applicants: €15,000 per annum

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.

Union of Students in Ireland (USI) Levy
The USI membership levy of €7 has been introduced as a result of a referendum where students opted to affiliate with the national Students’ Union. This levy must be paid before the start of Semester 1.