Cyber Security and Emerging Threats MSc
About This Programme
Advanced cyber security: network security, secure development, penetration testing and security for emerging technologies.
Course Highlights
- Intensive practical and theoretical cyber security training.
- Covers network security, secure development, penetration testing and emerging-technology threats (AI, ML, quantum).
- A 60-credit research methods and postgraduate project.
- A UK Middlesex University degree delivered at the Dubai campus.
What You'll Study
Taught on campus, full-time. 180 credits including a postgraduate project.
Compulsory Modules
- Programming, Systems, and Networks for Modern Computing (15 credits)
- Network Security Principles and Mechanisms (15 credits)
- Pen Testing (30 credits)
- Cybersecurity Governance and Secure Development (15 credits)
- Operating Systems for Secure Environments (15 credits)\t
- Cybersecurity for Emerging Technologies (30 credits)\t
- Research Methods & Postgraduate Project (60 credits)
- WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ON YOUR MSC CYBER SECURITY AND EMERGING THREATS PROGRAMME.
- WHY STUDY MSC CYBER SECURITY AND EMERGING THREATS?
- ENRICH YOUR LEARNING WITH PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
- COURSE OVERVIEW
- INTAKE
- DURATION
- ATTENDANCE
- HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
- COURSE LEADER
Entry Requirements
Careers
Upon completion of the course, you will be ideally placed for roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst, Penetration Tester, Threat Intelligence Specialist, Security Consultant, roles in AI and quantum security, or university lecturer. Many graduates of the programme pursue careers directly related to their studies and work in programming, telecommunications engineering, network management, and computer and network security sectors. Graduates could even start their own business or may pursue a career in academia.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) through the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), and by Dubai's KHDA. The degree is awarded by Middlesex University in the UK (QAA-reviewed).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Science (MSc)
Start Date
September
Typical Offer
An honours degree (2:2 or above) in a computing or related field, or equivalent
Duration
1 year
Qualification
MSc
Subject Area
Computer Science
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 76,491/yr
Total tuition is AED 76,491 (inclusive of VAT). All students receive a minimum 10% academic scholarship, with further scholarships and grants available.