MSc Computer Security & Resilience Steve Riddle Degree Programme Director

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1 MSc Computer Security & Resilience Steve Riddle Degree Programme Director

2 Welcome! 1. Computer Security & Resilience 2. Computing Science at Newcastle our School 3. Principles of Study at MSc Level 4. The MSc CSR Programme 5. What Happens Next?

3 1. Computer Security & Resilience In the MSc CSR degree, we look at systems that fail, the malicious and accidental causes of failures, the ways that we defend against them, and the techniques for recovering from them. Why is this important?

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6 Computer Security & Resilience Systems developers think mostly about what their products can do, but We will be thinking about how systems fail Use in unforeseen situations Attacks Design defects Hardware, software and human failures Theory and practice of developing systems to be secure but also resilient to faults when they happen.

7 Computer Security & Resilience The skills you develop will mainly be to do with: Balancing security against utility Identifying vulnerabilities & risks : technical and human Developing systems that can recover quickly Undertaking research to advance the field Programme accredited by BCS

8 2. Computing Science at Newcastle Welcome to our School! The School is a diverse group of Computer Scientists, including teachers, research scientists, graduate and undergraduate students.

9 Computing Science at Newcastle Founded 1957 the first undergrad programming courses in the UK. 58 years on... ~ 500 UG, 140 MSc, 98 PhD students 40 faculty, 40 research staff

10 Computing Science at Newcastle Groups Secure & Resilient Systems Advanced Model- Based Engineering and Reasoning Open Lab Specialist Centres Software Reliability Cybercrime & Computer Security Digital Institute Interdisciplinary Computing and Complex BioSystems

11 Studying in our School A university in the 1350s

12 Studying in our School Universities in the Western European tradition are communities of scholarship We promote learning through questioning and discussion You are full members of our School and University

13 Studying in our School arrival/regulations/charter.htm The Student Charter has a clear list of expectations and obligations on both sides, including... The University undertakes to: show high standards of professional conduct treat students as full members of the academic community promote equal opportunity provide high standards of teaching give access to facilities to help develop personal skills & employability give clear deadlines and timeframes for feedback Students undertake to: Show high standards of personal conduct in interactions with University and local community treat staff and fellow students respectfully attend meetings with tutors familiarise themselves with information provided; follow recognised procedures be punctual, attend all timetabled sessions and participate fully take responsibility to manage their learning and ensure that they regularly spend sufficient time in private study

14 3. Principles of Study at MSc Level A Master of Science (MSc) is a step up from first degree studies. You will learn greater independence of thought and opinion, manage your own time and work both individually and in a team

15 MSc: Principles of Study We have a mixture of lectures, practical classes and group work. You are a full member of the School, so please Engage with your teachers! Ask and try to answer questions there is no such thing as a stupid question Argue! Ask for help as soon as you need it! The style is very informal (it s OK to use first names!)

16 MSc: Principles of Study Getting good grades: o May be different from your previous study! o We do not value mere repetition/demonstration of things you have learned. o Just following the instructions may get you 50%, but not much more: See the Faculty Marking Criteria for our general marking guidelines. Your teachers will help you to understand how to get higher marks. So please ask for help.

17 MSc: Principles of Study Standards Most work is graded 0-100%: basic pass mark is 50. Our marking follows a scale that is common in the UK, but may be different from your past experience. Please pay attention to the outline marking criteria on the next slide as an approximate guide. Detailed descriptions of marking criteria are shown in the appendix to these notes.

18 MSc: Principles of Study - Grading Distinction Merit Pass Fail (Borderline) 40 Fail 25 Clear Fail 90+ Professional standard (very rare) 80+ Deep understanding, creative thinking 70+ Comprehensive understanding, well- structured 60+ Sound understanding of material in the course, some critical analysis 50+ Adequate minimum showing you learned the taught material 40+ Basic understanding in some, not all, areas 25+ Some relevant content, shallow 0-24 Very little relevant material

19 MSc: Principles of Study Our teaching is informed by our research Seminars are held, normally on Tuesdays, 2 3 pm look out for announcements Some recent topics: In- transit analytics on distributed Clouds: applications and architecture Verification of Safety- Critical Java Programs Identity- Based Encryption Secure against Selective Opening Chosen- Ciphertext Attack Eisbach: Isabelle Proof Methods for Proof Engineering From Weakest Link to Security Hero: Encouraging Good Security Behavior

20 4. The MSc CSR Programme Programme Information Structure of the Programme Selection of Programming Module Progression Your Support Team Timetable, Locations

21 MSc CSR Programme The Programme Handbook: At > Current Students > Student Handbook essential general information > Degree Programme Handbooks > Postgraduate - > MSc CSR information specific to your course

22 MSc CSR Programme Structure (Full Time) 1. Component 1: taught elements 9 modules: 6 studied in Autumn Term (10 credits each) Assessed by coursework and January exams 3 studied in Spring Term ( credits) Assessed by coursework. 2. Component 2: individual research project 1 module assessed by coursework & dissertation It s hard work, and feels hardest in Semester 1.

23 1st Semester: 0 Welcome Week CSC8201 (Dependable Systems) CSC8105 (Validation) 9 CSC (High Integrity 11 Software) Winter vacation 12 Revision Examinations CSC8404 (Advanced Java) or CSC8406 (Object- oriented Programming) CSC8202 (Information Security & Trust) CSC8102 (System Security) We are here 3 chunks, two 10- credit modules at a time Coursework during each module Complete each module s coursework before the next one starts! 18 th December 10 th January Start on Monday 11th January 18 th 29 th January (including Saturdays)

24 2 nd & 3 rd Semesters (schedule may change slightly): 1 CSC (H. Factors) CSC credits (Research CSC Skills) (Team 5 credits Project) 5 15 credits 6 7 Spring Vacation Semester 2 modules are assessed by coursework only (no examinations!) 11 th March 10 th April Individual Project (to end August) Project assessed by interim report, presentation, and dissertation. Final results usually released by November

25 MSc CSR Programme Which Programming Module? Are you a confident programmer with experience of all of: variable declarations and assignment, arithmetic and boolean expressions, control- flow (if- then- else, iteration etc), and use of data structures (minimally arrays)? YES NO Unsure You can take CSC8404 You should take CSC8406 Probably CSC8406. You may attend CSC8404 on 5 October at in CLT 701 to help you decide.

26 MSc CSR Programme Progression To start Component 2 (research project) you must: have a weighted average mark for Component 1 of at least 50, and have failed no more than 20 credits. Details are in the Handbook Note the pass mark is 50 in our modules

27 MSc CSR Programme Award of Degree Following the completion of your dissertation, you will be recommended for award of the MSc if: You have passed at least 160 credits (i.e. no more than 20 credits failed) Pass 180 credits (all modules), average of at least 70 across all modules, and at least 70 in dissertation - > MSc with Distinction Pass 180 credits (all modules), average of across all modules, at least 60 in dissertation - > MSc with Merit Details are in the Handbook

28 MSc CSR Programme Your Support Team: Module Leaders o Each module has 1-2 leaders plus demonstrators and teaching assistants o Help with all academic/ technical matters IT support o to cs- [email protected] Your Personal Tutor o Help with all personal matters Student Wellbeing Service o Support for disability, finances, welfare, counselling

29 MSc CSR Programme Your Support Team: Degree Programme Director (DPD) o Help with progression and regulations. o Responsible for the degree programme overall and the quality of your experience here. o Let me know of any problems as quickly as possible Dr Steve Riddle [email protected] Room (11 th floor of the Claremont Tower) Tel: ( ) 5156

30 MSc CSR Programme: Timetable See Varies week by week. Read carefully! Module leaders might arrange additional classes or activities.

31 MSc CSR Programme: Locations Most classes are in: Claremont Tower 7 th Floor, Room 1 (CLT.701) Some are in CLT.602A, on the 6 th floor. Your laboratory is CLT.601 Go find a machine in CLT.601: write your name and student number on the pre- printed label beside the machine. It will be yours to look after this year. Your smartcard should give you access to the lab (if not today, then soon!). This is your space please look after it!

32 5. What Happens Next? Meeting your personal Tutor Introduction to the School, Library and our information systems A Welcome Seminar!

33 What Happens Next? Today: Pick a machine in CLT.601 Arrange a time to see your tutor (sign- up sheet on your tutor s door: meetings take place on Tuesday) Information on tutors will follow this talk Sign up with a doctor in King s Road Centre this week If you are required to take an English Language Assessment you must do so as soon as possible If you wish to change programmes: If you are in the UK on a visa, you must first contact the Newcastle Visa Team (King s Gate, Level 2). Discuss with the Director of the programme you wish to leave and the one you wish to enter.

34 What Happens Next? Tuesday: Meet with your tutor as arranged (please be on time) Bring your completed Module Selection Form and, after signing, hand in to Reception (Floor 8). Wednesday: 09:00: International students (non- EEA): Visa talk, Bedson Building BEDB.G.04.LT1 12:00: Library, NUIT Info, School Tour. Room CLT 1.02 Thursday: 10:00: Welcome Seminar CLT 7.01 Friday: 10:00-1: Student Union, NESS, Blackboard, Plagiarism, Safety, Careers support (in CLT 1.02).

35 What Happens Next? Next Week: Get to the first classes of each module next week... and enjoy the course!

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37 Appendix Grading Standards

38 Standards: Distinction (70-100%) Breadth & depth of knowledge Detailed understanding Substantial evidence of critical analysis and the ability to apply knowledge to unseen situations. Material will be presented within a clear logical/systematic framework throughout and will demonstrate reading beyond the course material and the ability to employ critical reflection. Assignments such as an individual project report will be well- structured and well- referenced.

39 Standards: Distinction (70-100%) % Professional Standard Rare, but you can get this grade for an individual element Outstanding exam answer Publishable project work Distinction 80-89% Exceptional No substantive errors/omissions But may be just short of perfect! 70-79% Excellent comprehensive understanding well- structured arguments

40 Standards: Merit (60-69%) Sound/thorough understanding of material beyond that presented in the course, with breadth of knowledge but lacking in some depth, or vice versa. Critical analysis and the ability to apply knowledge to unfamiliar situations will be present Relevant to the course, but not a full treatment, relying to some extent on course material and likely to contain a few errors or omissions. Well presented and structured but with some limitations as to insight and critical evaluation.

41 Standards: Pass (50-59%) Relies substantially on course material only Demonstrates breadth of knowledge but lacking depth. Critical analysis will be limited and there will also be only limited evidence of being able to apply knowledge to unfamiliar situations. Relevant to the topic but relies largely on course material and contains some errors of understanding and of fact. Competence but only limited evidence of flair.

42 Standards: Fail (40-49%) Understanding lacks depth. Omission of some relevant material and/or partial use of irrelevant material. errors of understanding and fact. May be adequately structured and presented but unbalanced/ with some components poorly constructed, e.g. inadequate/poor referencing. Situation is potentially recoverable with some rewriting but little or no additional development.

43 Standards: Fail (0-39%) Weak attempt that demonstrates lack of overall knowledge of the subject area, Inability to develop a cogent argument in any aspect. Sketchy and/or irrelevant. Student may have failed to apply themselves to the task in hand and/or presented a superficial view of it.

44 Standards: Fail (0-39%) 35-39% Limited Understanding Evidence of some learning but evidence poorly presented or omissions in that evidence Fail 25-34% 0-24% Inadequate understanding shallow, significant errors or omissions difficult to read, serious errors of understanding Clear Fail little or no attempt incomplete or confused