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Seeking recommendations for online MSc in cybersecurity (Experienced IT professional)

Hi everyone,

I'm an IT professional with over 20 years of experience specialising in IP Core routing and switching, looking to further my education in cybersecurity and pursue an online MSc program. I enrolled in the MSc in Cybersecurity program at the University of Liverpool last October'23, hoping for a deep dive into the field. However, I was disappointed with the quality of the education, finding it inconsistent with the expectations of a master's degree program. In fact, I felt some training institutes like Coursera and Udemy offered more substantial content. Unfortunately, this led me to withdraw from the program.

Since then, I've been researching other options and King's College London's online MSc in Cybersecurity caught my eye. Unfortunately, it appears they're not offering it online for 2024.

I'm now reaching out to the community for recommendations for alternative online MSc programs in cybersecurity at reputable UK universities. Ideally, I'm looking for a program that:

1.) Provides a rigorous curriculum taught by experts in the field.
2.) Offers practical hands-on experience through labs, simulations, or real-world projects.
3.) Has a flexible online format that accommodates working professionals.
4.) Is recognized and valued by employers in the cybersecurity industry.

Any recommendations or insights you have about your own experiences with specific programs or universities would be highly appreciated. I'm open to exploring various options and am eager to find the best fit for my learning goals.

Thank you in advance for your help!
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I only wish to add I am looking for something similar, albeit only a postgrad certificate.

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