A minimum of a credit six (C6) in Mathematics GCE O-level or its equivalent,
AND
A minimum of a credit six (C6) or equivalent in English Language GCE O-level or an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL minimum overall score of 550 or its equivalent. The English Language requirements may be waived where qualifying studies in Higher Education were in the medium of English Language, however, where candidates completed their higher education more than 2 years prior to their current application they will need to show that they have continued to study or work in the medium of English.
For applicants who have obtained a GCE A level certificate:
a. the minimum requirement is 200 ‘A’ Level points for 3 ‘A’ level passes including:
– one subject from Group A and two subjects from Group B or
– two subjects from Group A and one subject from Group B or
– three subjects from Group A.
b. 180 ‘A’ Level points for 2 ‘A’ level passes including
– at least one subject from Group A and one subject from Group B or
– two subjects from Group A.
Relevant A-level subjects:
Group A:
Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Studies/Science and Thinking Skills
Group B:
Applied ICT/IT, Accounting, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Design & Technology, Economics, Geography, History, Psychology, Sociology, English Literature, Media Studies, and Travel & Tourism.
Applicants with International Baccalaureate Diploma must score at least 24 points with a minimum of 4 points in the standard level subjects in one of the following:
I. One subject from Group B1 and two subjects from Group B2
II. Two subjects from Group B1 and one subject from Group B2
(Note: Group B1 subjects are Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science Group B2 subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Geography, History, Design Technology, Psychology, Economics, English Literature, Business Management.)
For applicants who have obtained a BTEC/BDTVEC Higher National Diploma in Business or Computing or any related Engineering Fields (eg: Network, Electronic and Electrical Engineering) within 2 years of the proposed admission date, the minimum requirement is an overall average of 60%. Other applicants, who obtained their HND more than 2 years before the proposed admission date, will be considered on a case-by–case basis, with an expected achievement equivalent to at least an overall average of 60% plus relevant work or other experience.
Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis, taking account of any relevant work or other experience.
The aim of the programme is to prepare graduates for the demands of industry in the skills of computer and information security. Graduates will be equipped with specialized knowledge and skills in security that are designed based on current demand from the private and public sectors.
Graduates will develop theoretical understanding and practical skills in areas such as security in wireless networks; virtual network and security; packet analysis and investigation. They will also have strong foundations in cryptography; symmetric and public key encryption; the cyber kill chain and case studies of critical infrastructure and their interdependencies. Forensic science will also be introduced, including steps from collecting data to preserving evidence. Software security is also a part of their knowledge gained that looks at the upper layers of the networking model.
Graduates’ final year projects will be based on various security research, issues and applications that reflect the challenges faced globally. This will ensure that their knowledge will be relevant for their future careers, and will help prepare them for further study to postgraduate level.
A wide variety of assessment methods are used throughout the programme. The method of assessment is chosen as appropriate to the material and objectives. In the early years widespread use is made of written examinations, class tests, and coursework including problem solving, computer-based problems and tests, essay and other text writing. This format continues in the final year together with a significant project (consisting of 40CV), which extends their knowledge and experience and requires presentation of their results orally as well as preparing written reports.
Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be able to:
