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Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc

Key Facts

  • Level

    Master'sPG MSc

  • Duration

    Full Time: 1 year
    Part Time: 2 years

  • Starting

    September, February

Updated 27/01/2025

Updated 27/01/2025

Get in touch

For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:

UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES

international@northampton.ac.uk
44 (0)1604 892134

Overview


The University of Northampton’s Computing (Internet Technology and Security) MSc course allows you to study cyber security and cryptography. You will have the opportunity to develop your research and analytical skills.

MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) students will also complete an individual thesis investigating an area related to an aspect of online secure computer systems design and development that are particularly of interest to you and is part of your career development plans.

Highlights


  • Access to PC and Linux workstation computers on the MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) course

Entry Requirements


Applicants for the master’s in Computing (Internet Technology Security) will normally hold a recognised first or second class honours degree from a UK university or international equivalent in a relevant subject. We expect that you will have a working knowledge of computers and networks and it is essential that you have practical hands-on experience of at least one programming language.

For information on how to apply to study with us, please see our How to Apply page.

Course Content


Fees and Funding


2025/26 Tuition Fees

Fees quoted relate to study MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £8,500
  • UK – Part Time: £945 (per 20 Credits)
  • International: £17,495

Careers and Employability


When you graduate from the master’s in Computing (Internet Technology and Security) course you will be able to embark upon a range of careers in the broad IT and computing industry. There is a continuing demand for well-trained staff in this industry.

Some examples of job roles include:

  • Information Technology Manager
  • Chief Technology Officer
  • Chief Information Officer
  • Lead Information Architect
  • Chief Information Security Officer/Analyst
  • Information Security Risk Officer
  • Project Manager
  • Lead Web Programmer/Developer/Designer
  • Lead Software Developer
  • Information Security Consultant
  • Cyber Security Manager
  • Source Code Auditor
  • IT Security Operations Specialist

Facilities and special features


MSc Computing (Internet Technology and Security) students will have access to approximately 150 PC and Linux workstation computers housed in six bespoke computer laboratories, all with digital projection facilities, and maintained by two technicians.

We enrol small cohorts of students to ensure that you receive personalised care that will enable you to develop your skills and enhance your knowledge.

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