MSc Computer Systems Security

- awarded by the University of Glamorgan, the United Kingdom

EDB Registration No.:251546

Essential Information

The security of computer systems is increasingly important, as the use of information systems is now widespread in the lives of individuals, business and society. The significance of information security and the demand for relevant skills has been emphasised recently by high-profile incidents concerning the privacy of personal data and security of financial information.

Programme Content

• Project Management and Research Methodology
• Vulnerability Development
• Network Security
• Practical Unix Security
• Practical Windows Security
• Mini Research Project
• Project: the development and evaluation of an application or subject area relating to Computer Systems Security of your choice

Approaching your Master degree with applied research

You will study through lectures. tutorial, practical sessions, and projects.  You will  need to spend a significant of time working independently, reading and preparing assessments.  You will be assessed primarily by coursework, varying from a research-style paper or essay to programme assignments.  Each module usually requires two essays or papers of around 3,500 words.  You will also work on a significant research project of your own choice, where strong, independent and critical thinking will be important.

Possible Career Options

Career opportunities are excellent and the demand for specialists in this area continues to rise as companies become increasingly dependent on computers and the internet. On graduation, you will be equipped for careers that require in-depth knowledge of technical security issues. Potential careers include systems administrator, security penetration tester or information security consultant, and strongly relate to the roles of Information Security Analyst and IT Security Coordinator. With education to master’s degree level now the recognised professional level of competence, graduates will be better placed to pursue careers in industry, or to continue their interest in computer science through research at PhD level.

Delivery of lecturers and tutorials

The schedule is being flexibly arranged. Lectures and tutorials are scheduled over Friday evening, Saturday afternoon & evening and Sunday morning & afternoon.  The arrangement enables industry practitioners around the Asia Pacific to fly in Hong Kong to attend the classes.

Commencement Date

April 2012

Application & Enquiry

Applications within Hong Kong and from regions around the Asia Pacific region are welcome. Please contact Ms Katherine Chung at:

Hong Kong Telephone: (852) 2206-9011
Macau Telephone: (853) 6636-9010
Mainland China Telephone: (86)1326 6941 519 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.