IY4S730 - Legislation, Risk and Governance in Cyber Security 01 Jul 2022 - 30 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IY4S730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Legislation, Risk and Governance in Cyber Security | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Module Leader: | Nisha Rawindaran | ||
| Module Team: | Rachael Medhurst, Sharan Johnstone | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100376 - computer and information security | 100962 - research skills | 101040 - risk management |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 30 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
To develop a critical understanding of UK and EU legislation and organisational responsibility in relation to Cyberspace and Information Technology.
Content Summary
Legal research and interpretation
The structure of the UK & EU Judicial system.
Surveillance and monitoring of data and people.
Privacy and Rights
Public space monitoring Workplace Monitoring and retention of data Rights to Privacy & GDPR. RIPA 2000 /Investigatory Powers Act 2016
Cyber Crimes - Investigating the crimes that are committed in Cyberspace and the impact on society:
Cyber Warfare
The responsibilities and liabilities of organisations in relation to Cyber Crime.
IT Governance and Risk
Governance Frameworks and Organisational Responsibilities.
Decision making and future use of IT.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Independent Study | 78 |
| Directed Study (including online independent learning) | 48 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Interdisciplinary work | 12 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 12 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Through critical research, develop higher level knowledge of the UK and EU legal system in relation to Legislation, Risk and IT Governance and be able to apply the knowledge gleaned. |
| LO2 | Critically evaluate and demonstrate a high level of understanding of Cyberlaw legislation and regulatory responsibilities and liabilities of organisations. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Professional Discussions 1 | A discussion surrounding a topic area within Legislation, Risk and Governance in Cyber Security | 30 | 1250 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Professional Discussions 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |