Course summary

Are you interested in a career in IT security? Our MSc in Cloud and Network Security offers the postgraduate skills and knowledge you'll need to advance your career in computer management or seek a leading technical or managerial role in a data-dependent organisation. The University of Bolton’s MSc in Cloud and Network Security offers graduates with a background in networking, system administration or cloud computing the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of security and operations of computer systems. You’ll have the opportunity to study the latest methodologies and development techniques and develop a detailed understanding of computer operating systems, virtualisation and networking. Our dedicated team will support you as you acquire the capacity to adapt and learn new skills ready to respond as the computer industry evolves throughout your career. The programme has been designed collaboratively with industrial partners, giving you the chance to equip yourself with valuable professional skills and understand the ethical and environmental issues you’ll encounter in your professional life. Your coursework will be based on a series of realistic scenarios covering technical issues, proposals, and reports designed to prepare for a successful postgraduate career.