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PO Domains
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Programme Learning Outcome
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PO1
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Knowledge - Breadth
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A mastery of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and skills relevant to Cybersecurity, including Cryptography, Security Management, laws relating to data protection and computer crime legislation, Network Security, Network Forensics, Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Penetration Testing, Web App Security and Scripting. The student will also be able to master other specialist areas of Cybersecurity by taking electives that match their interests.
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PO2
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Knowledge - Kind
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A capacity to critically appraise developments in a wide range of technologies in Cybersecurity; discuss current challenges and research activities in these areas; apply research methodologies to tackling research problems.
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PO3
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Skill - Range
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An ability to select and apply standard research tools and techniques of inquiry, forming a solid foundation for pursuing further research; critically evaluate design and implementation issues in Cybersecurity as a result of the research undertaken; exhibit research capability in a number of cutting edge areas in the fields of Cybersecurity; complete a major research project.
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PO4
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Skill - Selectivity
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Develop new research skills to plan and implement a research project using emerging technologies to solve a challenging problem requiring an appropriately high level of technical expertise in the area of Cybersecurity.
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PO5
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Competence - Context
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Analyse and document measures to address risks and weaknesses in Cybersecurity infrastructures; develop guidelines regarding professional and ethical practices in the exploitation of computer technology; design and implement a solution that requires significant preliminary research for novel and unfamiliar situations.
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PO6
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Competence - Role
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Develop the technical competence required for the role of senior security officer for medium/large organizations; assume the role of technical lead of a project of significant complexity related to Cybersecurity.
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PO7
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Competence - Learning to Learn
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An ability to reflect on their strengths and weaknesses and how they will involve continuing professional development in their personal development plan. Develop expert knowledge of the Cybersecurity landscape and anticipate skills shortages to direct continuing professional development.
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PO8
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Competence - Insight
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A critical appreciation of the design issues in developing a Cybersecurity infrastructure, taking into account the environment and context in which it is being applied. Expert knowledge of the emerging threats and countermeasures in the field and the ability to anticipate cybersecurity needs.
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