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University of Northampton

Northampton , England ,United Kingdom

Computing (Web Technology and Security) MSc

Our postgraduate Computing (Web Technology and Security) course allows you to study cyber security at a greater depth, develop your research and analytical skills and complete an individual thesis investigating an area you are particularly interested in.

Today’s society relies on computing and computer technology, creating a high demand for internet security products and services as well as people with the knowledge and expertise to design, implement and manage secure internet applications. While this pathway is mostly technical in focus, you will also learn about the business context and develop interpersonal skills that are vital to problem solving in business.

Campus Information

Waterside Campus

In the summer of 2018 the University of Northampton moved to the brand-new Waterside Campus. This seven-year project saw a neglected brownfield site transformed into a successful and impressive new campus that facilitated a radical re-engineering of the University in terms of both teaching methodology and governance structures. aterside is a waterfront site of 24 hectares on the edge of the town centre. Its successful completion has turned a derelict site into a leading facility in the higher education sector. The project brief emphasised integration, of the University into the town and local community, and of departments, facilities and teams within the University itself. New pedestrian and road bridges and cycle routes link the site to the town, and public facilities and commercial outlets are part of a Waterside experience which continues beyond the University to local historic buildings and parks.

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 21

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

When you graduate from this course you will be able to embark upon a range of careers in the broad IT and computing industry. There is a continuing demand for well-trained staff in this industry.

Some examples of job roles include:

Information Technology Manager, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Information Officer, Lead Information Architect, Chief Information Security Officer/Analyst, Information Security Risk Officer, Project Manager, Lead Web Programmer/Developer/Designer, Lead Software Developer, Information Security Consultant, Cyber Security Manager, Source Code Auditor, IT Security Operations Specialist

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after the course.(Bachelors & Masters only)

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Applicants will normally hold a recognized first or second class honors degree from a UK university or international equivalent in a relevant subject. We expect that you will have a working knowledge of computers and networks and it is essential that you have practical hands-on experience of at least one programming language.

BANGLADESH

We accept the following qualifications:

  • 4-Year Bachelor’s degree in Bangladesh from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
  • Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Bangladesh from institutions listed on UKNARIC,
  • Successful completion of a recognised pre-master's programme.

INDIA

We accept the following qualifications:

  • 3-Year or 4-Year Bachelor’s degree – dependent on the awarding institution and final grade,
  • Successful completion of a recognised pre-master's programme.

NEPAL

We accept the following qualifications:

  • 3-Year or 4-Year Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in Nepal,
  • Successful completion of a recognised pre-master's programme.

PAKISTAN

We accept the following qualifications:

  • 4 or 5-Year Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University,
  • Master’s degree in Pakistan from a recognised university,
  • Successful completion of a recognized pre-master's programme.

SRI LANKA

We accept the following qualifications:

  • Successful completion of a 3-yr or4-yr degree in Sri Lanka from an intuition recognised by UKNARIC,
  • A Second Class Honours degree from a UK institution or equivalent

Please include the following documents with your completed application form:

  • Details of your English Language competence, for example, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests or equivalent.
  • Certified copies of your school certificates and any other relevant qualifications. A certified copy is a photocopy that has an original official stamp of your school, college, or university on it. The stamp should not be a photocopy.
  • At least one reference (signed and on headed paper).
  • A personal statement to explain why you are interested in studying your chosen course.