Postgraduate - Glasgow Caledonian University

MSc/PgD Network Security
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Contact: Admissions & Marketing Co-ordinator
E: seccourses@gcal.ac.uk
T: +44(0)141 331 3277
W: www.caledonian.ac.uk/sec
Mode of Study & Duration:
Full-time: 13 months (including induction
programme)
Number of Places:
20
UK/EU Fees & Funding:
Part funding of PgD awards may be available
from SAAS for eligible full-time candidates.
The period developing the MSc Dissertation
is not funded. 2008/09 fees are
approximately £3,315 plus Dissertation fee
Application:
Download a form from our website on
www.caledonian.ac.uk/postgrad
For further information, see page 124 or use
the paper form at the back of this prospectus
Assessment:
All modules include coursework and
examinations. Practical computing forms
a significant part of assessment. This is
accomplished through coursework and
practical tests
The increasing reliance of business on mission critical systems has resulted in an acute need to
implement secure network infrastructures. The aim of this programme is to provide students
with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to pursue a career as a network
security professional.
The programme aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to build secure
networks. It is concerned with the design and implementation of secure network infrastructures. It will
include study of Security Technologies, Perimeter Security, Virtual Private Networking, and the Design,
Installation, Configuration and Maintenance of Routers and Firewalls. The programme will be delivered with
particular emphasis on hands-on experience, instructor-led and e-learning for students.
The programme includes material relevant to Cisco Certified Security Professional certification. Cisco is
the largest supplier of network products in the world and the Cisco certification is recognised throughout the
world. Successful completion of this programme will leave students well placed to achieve CCSP certification.
Students who are unable to successfully complete all aspects of the Postgraduate Diploma may be
eligible for a Postgraduate Certificate.
The MSc programme follows on from the PgD and requires the student to research and prepare an
individual Dissertation of a substantial nature.
Entry requirements are either an Honours degree or advanced qualification in Computer Science or
cognate discipline from a British university or recognised overseas institution, or industrial experience in
computer networking and an Honours degree.
For mature candidates, equivalence to an Honours degree may be demonstrated through the
university’s procedures for the Recognition of Prior Informal Learning (RPL).
Programme Structure:
Modules are indicative
Semester A: Advanced Routing; Simulation
of Computer Networks; Switching; Research
& Project Methods; Ethics & Technology
Semester B: Research & Project Methods;
Secure Converged WAN; Network Security 1;
Network Security 2, Technology &
Environmental Management
International Students:
International students whose first language
is not English shall be required to
demonstrate evidence of satisfactory
competence by completing an IELTS test
with a score of at least 6.0 (with no single
element below 5.5) or by holding another
recognised qualification. See page 12 for
details
Overseas Fees:
£11,000 (2009 fees)
Scholarships:
Partial scholarships are available and
applicants will be advised of these
arrangements upon receipt of an offer