Course overview
Technology and computer systems are becoming ever more integrated with our day-to-day lives, meaning the protection of all the data and information they contain is paramount.
With many organisations and businesses now considering the protection of online information a critical business issue, there’s an increased focus and demand on the role of cyber security. The specialist techniques taught as part of this course will help prepare you for a career in a rapidly growing industry which is currently faced with a shortage of skills.
DMU Leicester graduates have progressed into careers in industry, government and law enforcement, as security analysts, penetration testers, forensic investigators and cyber security engineers, at organisations such as Deloitte, Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), Airbus, and Rolls-Royce.
Key features
DMU Leicester has been named a gold standard ‘Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education’ by the leading authority on cyber security in the UK, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) - part of GCHQ. DMU is the first university in the East Midlands to achieve this prestigious status.
- Study modules on cryptography, penetration testing and professionalism in forensics and security.Through block teaching, you will focus on one subject at a time instead of several at once. This means that you will be able to focus closely on each subject and absorb your learning material in more depth, whilst working more closely with your tutors and course mates.
- DMU Leicester has been recognised for conducting world-leading cyber security research, having been named the East Midlands’ first ‘Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research’.
| GCE A-Level | CCD |
CBSE/ ICSE/ All Indian Boards
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| American High School Diploma + SAT | High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 PLUS Advanced Placement, two subjects from group A with grade 3 or above ORSAT2 - 2 subject tests with a minimum score of 500 in each = 1000 |
| UAE Tawjihiyya | Entry to IYZ only |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | 24 points |
| BTEC Level 3 Ext Diploma | DMM |
| African WAEC/ NECO/ WASSCE | 5 "B" grades (Only for Business Programme)
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| FBISE grade 12 (Pakistan) | 85% |
| Curriculum Russian/Kazakhstan | Entry to IYZ only. |
We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.
| English Language Test | Entry Requirement |
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band) |
| TOEFL Internet-based | 72 (17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading) |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 51 |
Additionally, students with the following qualifications may be considered as having met the English language requirements:
| English Language | Entry Requirement |
| GCSE/ IGCSE/O-Level English (as a first or second language) | Grade C or Higher |
| CBSE/ ISC boards/ NIOS/ All state boards | A minimum grade of 55% in English |
| International Baccalaureate | Minimum grade 5 in English A1 (Standard or Higher Level) in IB OR a minimum of grade 5 in English B (Higher Level) |
| West African/Nigerian Curriculum WAEC/ WASSCE/ SSSCE | Minimum grade "C6" |
Students applying for courses starting in September will be made offers based on the latest UCAS Tariff.
Course modules
Term 1
- Software and Security Management
- Windows Forensics
- Web Application Development
- Cyber Threat Intelligence & Incidence Response
Term 2
- Introduction to Research
- Linux Security
- Cryptography
- Penetration Testing
Term 1
- Software and Security Management
- Windows Forensics
- Cryptography.
(Note: This module substitutes Database Design and Management runs in 2021/22 for the last time) - Cyber Threat Intelligence & Incidence Response
- Issues in Criminal Justice
Term 2
- Introduction to Research
- Linux Security
- Web Application Development
- Penetration Testing
Core Modules
- Malware and Attacker Techniques
- Cyber Physical System Securities
- Final Project
Indicative optional modules
- Cyber Security and Social Responsibility
- Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security
- Digital Forensics and Cyber Crime Investigation
Teaching and assessments
You may be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, group work, laboratory sessions, practical sessions and self-directed study. Assessment and how assessments are weighted is varied across modules. Our assessment practices reflect the best practices in teaching methods deployed by academic members of staff each year. Indicative assessment weighting and assessment type per module are shown as part of the module information. Again, these are based on the current academic session and are subject to change.
Teaching contact hours
This is a full-time course. Each module is worth 30 credits. It is expected that student will spend a total of 300 hours of study for each module. You should be prepared to devote approximately 10 contact hours a week to your studies and additional independent hours of study in order to succeed. Teaching is through a mix of lectures, tutorials, seminars and lab sessions and the breakdown of these activity types is shown in each module description.
Self-directed study
In order to prepare for, and assimilate, the work in lectures and seminars you will be expected to use our on-line resources, participate in flipped or virtual classroom discussions on our virtual learning environment (VLE) and engage in personal study and revision for approximately 25 hours per week.
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