Universities United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Courses MSc Cyber Security

MSc Cyber Security
at Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 16,500
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Duration12 Months
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Program Overview

Networked computers run our world. From homes to hospitals, airports to banks and all stops in between, everything is connected – but these systems are susceptible to infiltration and attack. On our MSc Cyber Security course, you’ll gain the expertise to become part of the defence.

By learning to design, implement and manage computer-based systems security on this masters, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to succeed in a wide range of cyber security roles. This could include a security designer, ethical hacker, and digital forensics officer.

Starting with the fundamentals, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the different levels of computer and network security. You’ll then explore both the technical aspects and the logistics of planning and implementing network security management. And how to investigate systems after a breach.

You will also complete a masters project. While you’ll have plenty of support along the way, it’s a solo research project designed to develop confidence, autonomy and self-sufficiency – qualities that can take you far in the workplace.

We aim to train you to become a specialist in a field with opportunities in virtually every sector – with everything that means for your future career prospects.

Course Content
Year 1

You'll study nine core units, including your individual research project. If you're studying full-time, you’ll complete your units within one year.

Core units
- Principles And Practices Of Digital Forensics
- Msc Project
- Information Security Management
- Cryptography And Applications
- Penetration Testing And Iot Security
- Advanced Network Security
- Secure Systems Development
- Advanced Computer Networks
- Principles And Practices Of Cyber Security
Year 2

This course is available with an optional placement year, which you’ll commence in your second year after you’ve completed your academic credits.
Entry Requirement
You’ll need a UK Honours degree – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent, in a computing-related subject with knowledge of programming and computing networks. We might also consider your application if you have a different kind of computing qualification, together with substantial experience in a computing-focused role.

Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.
Fees & Scholarships
UK AND CHANNEL ISLAND STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £8,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).

EU AND NON-EU INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £16,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Career Prospect
The advanced skills and understanding you’ll develop on our MSc course can take you into cyber security roles across a range of industries, in both the public and private sectors. You could apply for jobs like information security specialist, software engineer for information security, ethical hacker, security designer or security tester, to name a few.

Your masters could also provide a foundation for further studies. For example, going on to study a PhD.

Cost Of Studying At Manchester Metropolitan University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSc Cyber Security at Manchester Metropolitan University