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MSc in Human Computer Interaction MSc in Cyber Security
Director of Studies: Dr Corina Sas. Director of Studies: Dr Daniel Prince
Duration: 12 months full-time.
Duration: 12 months full-time, 2-4 years part-time.
Entry Requirements: At least a second class honours degree, or its
Entry Requirements: At least an upper second class honours degree,
equivalent. A background in computer science, design, psychology is
or its equivalent, in Psychology, Computing or a closely related
preferable but not essential. Relevant industrial experience is also taken
discipline. Applicants who do not meet these criteria but who have
into consideration.
significant industrial experience will also be considered subject to
Assessment: Combination of coursework, exam and dissertation.
individual circumstances.
IELTS: 6.5 or TOEFL 580 (paper-based test), 239 (computer-based test),
Assessment: Combination of coursework, exam and dissertation.
93 (internet-based test).
IELTS: 6.5 min or TOEFL 580 (paper-based test), 238 (computer-based
Funding: See page 196.
test), 93 (internet-based test).
Further Information:
www.comp.lancs.ac.uk
Funding: See our web site and also page 196.
This course includes offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the
Further Information:
www.comp.lancs.ac.uk
design, development and evaluation of advance interactive
technologies, such as mobile computing, tangible systems, game
This MSc is offered jointly by the internationally renowned
technology and social networking applications. Modules and
Computing, Psychology, Sociology departments; the Management
expertise are drawn from Computing, Psychology and Lancaster’s
School; and ICT Focus (the University’s professional training and
Institute for the Contemporary Arts.
development unit).
The course provides an outstanding education with a unique The IT and Communications industry have in recent years suffered
integration of theory and practice: numerous, internationally high profile security breaches. The overall
• A company-based dissertation where you tackle real-world aim of this MSc is to equip you with the knowledge and skills
problems for a client during a summer placement (clients included
necessary to work within the IT security profession, by combining
Hewlett-Packard, Sony-Ericsson, BT, IBM, Xerox)
advanced technical skills with disciplines such as Economics, Risk
• Practice-oriented teaching based on case studies and real-world
Management, Psychology and Social Science. Its strength and
examples ensuring tight integration of theory and practice
uniqueness lies in the multi-disciplinary nature in order to educate
• Intense 10-week collaborative design project, where you work
next generation security specialists.
with your fellow students and gain hands-on experience of
designing an interactive system for end-users; together with
In addition to the traditional academic nature of the MSc, the
practice of design critique
technical skills courses within the degree encompass the skills and
•
knowledge required to enable students to obtain the following
Publishable research outcomes: past students have successfully
leading industry security qualifications; CISSP (Certified Information
published papers in CHI 2009, NordiCHI 2008, HCI 2007, HCI 2004.
Systems Security Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) and
The course is designed for everyone interested in developing
CHFI (Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator). Therefore, those
research-oriented industrial careers in human factors as part of start-
who successfully complete this course are in a strong position in a
up companies, large organisations or freelance consultancy. The
competitive job market.
course offers solid research foundation leading into PhD study. Over
50% of our graduates follow this route.
MSc/PgDip in E-Business and Innovation
This is a collaborative initiative between the Computing
PgDip in Computer Science with Industrial
Department and Lancaster University Management School. Please
Experience
see the Management School entry for information.
Director of Studies: Dr Keith Cheverst.
RESEARCH DEGREES
Duration: 12 months full-time.
We welcome applications for PhD and MPhil degrees in the areas
Entry Requirements: At least a second class honours degree, or its
described below from well-qualified, able and enthusiastic
equivalent, in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
students.
Assessment: Combination of coursework, exams, dissertation and
industry placements.
MPhil/PhD
IELTS: 6.5 min or TOEFL 580 (paper-based test), 238 (computer-based
test), 93 (internet-based test). Entry Requirements: Applicants should hold at least an upper second
Funding: See page 196. class honours degree, or its equivalent, or a Masters degree in
Further Information:
www.comp.lancs.ac.uk Computer Science or a closely related subject.
Assessment: Original research and thesis.
This course is designed to develop your knowledge, understanding and IELTS: 6.5 min or TOEFL 580 (paper-based test), 238 (computer-based
skills of computer science to enable you to contribute immediately
test), 93 (internet-based test)
on graduation to ICT companies operating in the Digital Economy.
Funding: EPSRC Doctoral Training Awards – see also page 196. Short-
This unique single year M level qualification unifies the academic
term contract work is available within our associated ICT businesses
depth, contextual breadth, industrial experience and development of
for suitable students and graduates.
transferable skills necessary for employees of modern ICT industries.
Further Information:
www.comp.lancs.ac.uk
The course incorporates a series of 2-3 placements with 1 or more
UK companies, preparing you for a role in industry and introducing
you to potential employers.
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