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PgDip Cyber Security, Threat Intelligence and Forensics at University of Salford

University of Salford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This BCS-accredited programme gives a specialist cyber security knowledge base and applied skills, exploring cyber security from both attack and defence positions. Topics include cyber forensics, information security, privacy and network security, and threat intelligence.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Environment  |  Duration: 120 credits (PgDip)  |  Intake: January and September  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught modules are Cyber Forensics, Information Security in Practice, Privacy and Network Security and Cyber Threat Intelligence. The 180-credit MSc adds a research project; the 120-credit PgDip comprises the four taught modules.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2.2 honours degree in computer science or a related subject with coverage of programming and IPv4 networking, preferably with command line experience. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5. Applicants without the standard qualifications may be considered through Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) based on relevant experience.

Intake: January 2027; September 2027

Duration: Full-time: One year; Part-time: Three years

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