Module: CYS6000-20 Cyber Security

Level: 6

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: John Curry

Module Tutor Contact Details: j.curry@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

Cyber crime is an expansive and growing problem, perpetrated by cyber criminals and state-sponsored actors, and enabled by the same technologies that underpin the world economy and our daily lives. This module covers the primary types of cyber crime, including those related to personal or financial gain, and those which compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information.

In Cyber Crime, Law and Ethics you explore the laws and legal protections in place in the UK and internationally, and how they have developed in response to the increasing threat to privacy, security and intellectual property. You critically evaluate the complex relationship between privacy and security, and the ongoing ethical challenges to personal freedoms in the interests of the greater good.

2. Outline syllabus:

• Types of threat actor, cyber crime, and their effects

• Key UK and international legislation

• Issues in applying and updating cyber crime law

• Core ethical challenges in cyber security

• The relationship between cyber security and civil liberty

• The ethical implications of security strategies that rely on Artificial Intelligence or other imperfect tools

• Upholding professionalism and integrity

• Transparency and responsible disclosure

• Emerging challenges in cyber law and ethics

3. Teaching and learning activities:

Class Hours

Seminar sessions are discursive, with a strong emphasis on individual and group research. Detail on the evolution and application of law are supported by guest speakers where appropriate.

Independent Learning

You are expected to lend significant time to investigating the concepts and

issues introduced in class. You should also ensure that you diligently document your findings and analyses as elements to include in your assessment portfolio, as well as for tutor review.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Cyber crime visualisation. With supporting annotations.

• % Weighting: 30%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Case study portfolio (3,500 words).

• % Weighting: 70%