The BSc (Hons) Advanced Applied Cyber Security programme provides a robust and detailed curriculum designed to address the complexities of modern cybersecurity challenges. Below is a detailed description of the core and optional modules covered.
Mandatory Modules
Advanced Threat Detection and Response Systems (20 credits)
Focus: Real-time threat monitoring, AI-driven incident response, and advanced Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
Key Skills: Developing AI models for threat detection, SOC workflows, analysing Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), and ransomware response.
Assessment: Includes SOC simulations and incident response exercises.
Cloud and IoT Security (20 credits)
Focus: Automating security operations using Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) tools.
Key Skills: Automating incident responses, integrating cybersecurity tools with SOAR, and scripting for automation.
Assessment: Includes creating and testing automation scripts in simulated environments.
Red Teaming and Ethical Phishing (20 credits)
Focus: Offensive security methodologies, including ethical phishing campaigns and red teaming techniques.
Key Skills: Conducting penetration testing, simulating real-world attacks, identifying infrastructure vulnerabilities, and developing countermeasures.
Assessment: Simulated red teaming exercises and phishing campaign designs.
Capstone Project in Applied Cyber Security (40 credits)
Focus: Students undertake a comprehensive project, integrating their learning to solve a real-world cybersecurity issue.
Key Skills: Project lifecycle management, designing and implementing solutions, and presenting findings to a panel.
Assessment: Project report and viva demonstration.
Optional Modules
Zero Trust Security Architectures (20 credits)
Focus: Continuous authentication and designing secure architectures without trusted zones.
Key Skills: Implementing Zero Trust models, access control, identity management, and preventing lateral movement in networks.
Assessment: Includes implementing Zero Trust in simulated environments.
Blockchain and Quantum Security (20 credits)
Focus: Addressing blockchain vulnerabilities and quantum computing’s impact on cryptography.
Key Skills: Quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions, blockchain infrastructure security, and analysing quantum-based threats.
Assessment: Practical exercises on blockchain vulnerability assessments and quantum security solutions.
Special Features
- Hands-on Learning Environment: Students gain practical experience in the state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre (SOC), simulating real-world threat monitoring and response scenarios.
- Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Modules are designed to meet employer needs, focusing on areas like AI, IoT, and advanced security frameworks.
- Flexible Learning Pathways: Optional modules allow students to tailor their learning to areas of interest, enhancing their career readiness.
This programme ensures graduates possess both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise, preparing them for roles such as SOC Analysts, Cyber Security Engineers, and Penetration Testers.