Computer Science (Information Assurance) Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study MSci Computer Science (Information Assurance) at BU?

• Master advanced cybersecurity management skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Cyber Security Management knowledge and develop the skills to build and manage secure systems, staying ahead of sophisticated cybercriminals and large-scale attacks in a focused 120-credit program.
• Build cutting-edge technical expertise: Explore the intersection of psychology, business, law, and management with cybersecurity to tackle challenges from multiple angles in state-of-the-art labs equipped with enterprise-grade hardware and virtualization-ready infrastructure.
• Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as Infrastructure and System Security and network science to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.
• Enhance your employability: Gain valuable work experience and industry insights through a team-based Master's project without a traditional dissertation, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.
• Access diverse career opportunities: Prepare for roles that drive innovation in cybersecurity fields, from information assurance officer to security advisor or information security analyst.
• Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure roles in high-demand fields, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Master's degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.

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