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- MSc Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security
Course options
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Plymouth University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
This course will explore some of the biggest global threats to our society today while scrutinising how technology and the online world are disrupting the way crimes are committed and society's responses to them. This MSc will provide you with an in-depth understanding of cybercrime, terrorism theory, strategy and tactics, and professional security management.
You will examine a range of topics including the online environment and how its infrastructure is exposed to and counters attacks such as, phishing, malicious software, and distributed denial of service (DDOS) as well as the risks faced by the professional security sector. You will also study the overlapping threat posed by both cybercrime and terrorism to the commercial sector, and the role of the professional security manager and security function in combatting these.
Key features
- Study serious and emerging threats and examine how security organisations are responding to them.
- Learn from recognised cybercrime, terrorism, and security experts in both the academic and professional sectors.
- Engage with guest speakers from a range of sectors and professions.
- Make use of new digital learning centre and facilities to enhance you learning experience.
- Develop your understanding of the commercial security sector.
- Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in security and related fields.
- The course will be recognised for membership points with the Security Institute a UK based membership institute for security professionals.
Careers with this subject
This programme will prepare you for careers across a diverse range of sectors including security management, policing, intelligence services, government services, armed forces, border force and research and academia.
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 18,150per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
65th
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Campus address
Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, England
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Subject ranking
53rd out of 117
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/ Max 227125 55%74th
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/ Max 10085.0 85%43rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.09 77%32nd
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/ Max 179155 87%5th
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/ Max 10062.0 62%21st
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/ Max 42.73 68%56th
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