Module Code: H9IACS
Long Title Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
Title Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
Module Level: LEVEL 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: Simon Caton
Module Author: Simon Caton
Departments: School of Computing
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Investigate the requirements to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and systems
LO2 Critically assess and evaluate the key data lifecycle stages and reliance on these for effective information governance in real-world settings
LO3 Critically appraise, and instrument key concepts of risk management and information technology resilience
LO4 Identify, assess, and combat key threats to information systems and data processing services
LO5 Review and discuss the research literature in the context of real-world information assurance and cybersecurity issues
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Key Cybersecurity Concepts
• Protection key assets including prioritization of people, processes and technology • Implementing and validating preventative, detective & corrective controls • Overview & applying security in Cloud Computing environments • Key components of a cyber security programme
Data Lifecycle Management
• Key stages and components of Data Lifecycle Management • Regulatory & Privacy Components (including Data Protection Act) • Policies & Enforcement • Data Classification • Information Governance Reporting
Risk Assessment & Risk Management
• Key Risks Management Components (e.g., ability to assess and measure risks) • Risk Mitigation Techniques (e.g., reduce / mitigate, transfer, accept, etc.) • Cost Benefit Analysis
Threats to Information & Data Processing Services
• Understand the threat landscape • Typical Attack Methods and Threat Actors / Vectors • Impact of cyber-attacks and data breaches • Executive interactions and reporting
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework60.00%
End of Module Assessment40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Continuous Assessment % of total: 60
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Learners will undertake a series (2-4) of literature-based as well as practically focused (project work) case studies.
End of Module Assessment
Assessment Type: Terminal Exam % of total: 40
Assessment Date: End-of-Semester Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
The examination will be a minimum of two hours in duration and may include a mix of: short answer questions, vignettes, essay based questions and case study based questions. Marks will be awarded based on clarity, appropriate structure, relevant examples, depth of topic knowledge, and evidence of outside core text reading.
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 24 Every Week 24.00
Tutorial No Description 12 Every Week 12.00
Independent Learning Time No Description 89 Every Week 89.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 36.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 24 Every Week 24.00
Tutorial No Description 12 Every Week 12.00
Independent Learning Time No Description 89 Every Week 89.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 36.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Jason Andress. The Basics of Information Security, 2. Syngress, p.208, [ISBN: 9781597496537].
  • Corey Schou, Steven Hernandez ; technical editors, Flemming Faber, Jill Slay.. Information assurance handbook, 1. ; McGraw-Hill Education, [ISBN: 9780071821650].
  • Carstensen, Jared, Bernard Golden and JP Morgenthal. (2012), Cloud Computing - Assessing the Risks., IT Governance Publishing, [ISBN: 9781849283595].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Discussion Note: