MSc Cybersecurity

You will undertake a wide range of learning activities including:

• Computer-based learning
• Supported learning using the University VLE (CANVAS) as a learning tool, for information and interactive communications
• Lectures
• Tutorials (smaller group/one-to-one)
• Workshops
• Case studies
• Structured laboratory exercises
• Individual structured assignment-based learning
• Directed study
• Individual or group exercises
• Research project investigations

Assessment methods will include:

• Written reports
• Essays
• Literature reviews
• Exams
• Presentations

Students will also have the opportunity to engage in formative assessment throughout the course, especially during exercises in the practice sessions where their tutors will give feedback on progress and performance for each of the tasks allocated. The assessment strategy for this course is designed around a holistic evaluation of knowledge and skills acquired with a strong emphasis on the requirements for this mode of delivery and the diverse skills, backgrounds and expectations of the target audience. All assessments used in the course are in perfect alignment with University requirements, regulations and policies. Coursework assignments typically incorporate formative feedback so that students can gain an insight into whether their work is meeting the necessary thresholds and focus on meaningful remarks to improve both their performance and understanding of the subject matter. The assessment strategy has been designed with a strong influence by the requirements and needs of the audience in the FT/PT mode of delivery for this course. Students will also get the opportunity to be engaged in guest lectures from leading experts in the area and be taught by active researchers and trainers in all modules as part of the programme.

Prerequisites

• A lower second honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• A Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science or a related subject with a minimum of grade 50% in all modules.
• Alternatively: Evidence of industrial certifications in Information security such as CISSP, CEH, and BCS will also be considered for suitable candidates with a minimum of 3 years of working experience in related industries. An interview process will also be utilised to verify suitability for the course for candidates with non-standard academic backgrounds but with demonstrable industry experience in the field.

International Applicants

Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements. English Language requirements are normally IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or an equivalent accepted qualification

STC Higher Education Currently offers state-of-the-art training facilities and curricula to hundreds of Maltese students in partnership with world leaders such as NCC Education, and Cisco. This enables participants to obtain internationally accredited qualifications by studying locally.

STC Higher Education is proud to announce a new partnership with the University of Wolverhampton, a highly commended university in the UK. This provides STC students, who start their journey at STC studying for an NCC Education diploma in Business or Computing, with direct progression routes to degrees under one roof. This partnership opens up a number of new opportunities for students who are located in Malta and are interested in pursuing a degree in Business or Computing. Students who opt for a Business Management degree can opt to specialize in Marketing or Human Resources. The Computing degrees offer students the possibility to choose between Cybersecurity or Computer Science, with the possibility of specialising in Games Development*.