Introduction
The Master of Security Science (MSS) is part of a nested suite of programs, which includes an EC-Council certification, Post Graduate Diploma and a Master's degree with different entry points depending upon previous academic studies. The program is intended both for new graduates and for experienced graduates who wish to update their skills or change their area of specialization. It is concerned with the design, management and implementation of network security in corporations and public networks, or service provision to public and private networks.
The focus of the course is to provide students with a wide understanding of Security Science. The course is sufficiently detailed to give an excellent background for a professional career in industrial or commercial organizations, and the required background in security science to enable the student to undertake further study leading to the specializations needed for a research career. The MSS course is suitable for students with a wide range of previous security experience.
Core Requirements (4 required for graduation) |
| Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| ECU521 |
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures |
3 credits |
| ECU522 |
Investigating Network Intrusions and Computer Forensics |
3 credits |
| ECU526 |
Managing Secure Network Systems |
3 credits |
| ECU529 |
Security Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment |
3 credits |
Course Electives (6 electives required for graduation) |
| Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| ECU527 |
Cyber Law |
3 credits |
| ECU532 |
Project Management in IT |
3 credits |
| ECU531 |
Secure Programming |
3 credits |
| ECU523 |
Disaster Recovery |
3 credits |
| ECU524 |
Principles of E-business Security |
3 credits |
| ECU525 |
Securing Wireless Networks |
3 credits |
| ECU528 |
Linux Networking and Security |
3 credits |
Required Graduation Projects |
| Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| ECU531 |
Project Research and Development |
6 credits |
| ECU532 |
Project Presentation |
6 credits |
Aims & Objectives
The aim of this course is to provide excellent career opportunities by offering a high level coverage of security principles and an appreciation of the emerging issues and technologies in network security. The aims are to:
give an understanding of the theoretical basis of security science, and its importance in system administration.
give an understanding of the underlying principles of system security and secure applications which run on them.
give a foundation in professional security standards of security analysis, design, implementation, testing and documentation in security system.
give experience in both security working and individual working.
give an appreciation of the security professional, ethical and legal obligations.
give an appreciation of the current state and future directions of technological advances in security science.
Career Opportunities
Industry certified skills are highly valued, and there is a need for professionals with a solid understanding of security skills.
Professional Recognition
The CEA, CEP, CEC, CEH and CHFI certifications are widely recognized and valued in the security industry. EC-Council certification exam credits can be applied towards the MSS program.
Course Structure
This program prepares students to manage computer security and incidence response. The courses include computer investigations, security planning etc. Total of 42 semester credits. An oral presentation and research development credits are required to complete this program.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be expected to have a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Applicants with at least two years of experience in the IT industry will be given preference.
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