Course Details in 2027/28 Session

Module Title	LM Theoretical Foundations for Security (Extended)
School	Computer Science
Department	Computer Science
Module Code	06 30261
Module Lead	Mark Ryan
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites	LI Security and Networks - (06 30195)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-33 hours Guided independent study-167 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	Cyber Security is a vital aspect of modern life, but it has been shown very hard to achieve in practice. This module looks at the fundamental theoretical concepts and principles that aim to achieve security. By understanding sound theory, you will be in a position to build systems that resist a broader range of attacks, and understand attack modes in a more principled way. Theoretical concepts covered will include: intermediate-level cryptography; security protocols and their analysis; authentication and authorisation; access control models; and information flow.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical concepts in computing security Understand and apply sound principles of computer security Apply cryptography to solve problems of confidentiality, integrity and authentication Use access control models to solve problems of authorisation The student should demonstrate the capacity to independently study, understand, and critically evaluate advanced materials or research articles in the subject areas covered by this module.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: 2 hr Examination (80%), Continuous Assessment (20%) Reassessment: 2 hr Examination (100%)
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