Masters of Science in Cybersecurity
March 4, 2025 2025-03-06 7:38MSc Cyber Security
Code, Shield, Excel
Programme Overview
Aim
To equip graduates with advanced cybersecurity expertise, fostering critical analysis and practical skills to combat evolving threats in digital landscapes.
Objectives
To develop graduates with advanced cybersecurity expertise by enhancing their ability to critically analyze, solve complex problems, and apply multidisciplinary approaches. The program emphasizes real-world cybersecurity analysis, risk management, human factors integration, and industry exposure to prepare professionals for evolving digital threats.
Curriculum Overview
- Information Security Assurance & Management
- Network & Enterprise Systems Security Management
- Criminological Theories
- Cyberspace Ethics & Law
- Cryptography & Digital Forensics
- Block Chain and Cryptocurrencies
- Cyber Psychology & Behaviour
- Graduate Qualifying Seminar
- Cyber Warfare & Terrorism
- Cyber Security Breaches Case Studies
- MSc. Thesis Phase 1
- MSc. Thesis Phase II
Career Prospects
At the forefront of cyber security expertise, our graduates unlock a spectrum of impactful roles. The MSc programme propels you into dynamic careers safeguarding digital landscapes and fortifying organizations against evolving cyber threats.
Top Industries
- Technology and IT Security Firms
- Financial Services and Banking
- Healthcare and Medical Institutions
- E-commerce and Retail
- Telecommunications and Network Security
- Manufacturing and Supply Chain
- Energy and Utilities
- Government and Public Sector
- Marketing and Advertising
- Insurance and Risk Management
- Cybersecurity Consulting Services
- Education and Research Institutions
Key Pathways
Analyze and fortify digital infrastructures, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.
Swiftly respond to and mitigate cyber incidents, minimizing potential damages.
Offer expert guidance to organizations, strategizing and implementing robust cyber security measures.
Evaluate system vulnerabilities, identifying and rectifying potential security risks.
Design and implement resilient security frameworks for digital systems.
Investigate emerging threats and contribute to the evolution of cutting-edge cyber security solutions.
Entry Requirements
Why ACity
- Home to students from over 23 countries across africa
- Houses a digital makerspace and a technology & Entrepreneurial center for creative freedom & innovation
- A fully digitized campus with the fattest internet speed in a ghanaian university
- Experienced Faculty with industry experience. Student-to-faculty ratio 5:1
- 70% practical lessons
- Every ACitizen has the opportunity to do a work placement every vacation
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