Programme Specification for 2012/13

MSc Information Security and Audit

This programme is suitable for both the newcomer to computer security and auditing and the practitioner who wishes to further their skills. It covers relevant skills, software and hardware technologies as well as more theoretical studies that underpin everyday practice. Graduates will therefore be able to contribute quickly to the well-being of corporate IT and informational assets.

Typical content
The following is an indication of current programme content. However, the rapidly changing nature of the subject area means that both the courses offered, and individual course content, are likely to change in future years. Finally note that certain combinations of options may not be available.
For details of timetabling and study patterns, see the timetables page. Masters students take 120 credits of taught courses and undertake a 60-credit project. All courses are 15 credits unless otherwise stated.

Core courses:

• Project (60 credits) - a substantial individual project on a topic chosen by the student
• Audit & Security
• Computer Crime & Forensics
• IT Application Security & Control
• Managing IT Security & Risk

Options (a total of 60 credits) chosen from:

• Systems Architectures
• Mobile Application Development
• Network Management
• Network Security
• System Modelling
• Systems Planning & Management
• Interaction Design
• Internet & Intranet Technologies - Enterprise Systems
• Strategic IT for e-Business
• Operating System & Application Server Security
• Project Management
• Web & Intranet Content Management

Specifics

Entry requirements
The entry criteria for this programme are a good first degree (lower second or above) in Information Systems, or Computing related subjects from a UK university or equivalent. However, the University's overarching criterion for access (the reasonable expectation that any individual admitted would be able to meet the learning outcomes at the standard required for the award) is paramount. This means that a practicing professional with suitable experience but without a suitable first degree may be admitted to the programme subject to the criteria stated earlier.
See the School entry requirements for more details.

Professional recognition
This degree has full CITP accreditation (further learning) from BCS - the Chartered Institute for IT, the body responsible for establishing and maintaining technical and ethical standards in the computing profession. This means that on successful graduation from this degree, you will have fulfilled the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP). However, please note that there are additional requirements, including work experience, to achieve full Chartered status - see the BCS website for further information.

Career opportunities
Upon successful completion of this master's programme students should be proficient in computer auditing or security and will be in a position to follow careers in these areas.

Location
This master's programme is based in the Department of Computing & Information Systems, School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Greenwich Campus, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London SE10 9LS.

Study mode
1 year full-time / 2 years part-time
September or January start

JACS code
MSc Information Security and Audit - G550