MSc Computer Science (Cyber Security)

at Staffordshire University

Our course will provide you with not only a thorough understanding of the tool and techniques involved in cyber security and digital forensics, but the opportunity to specialise in certain branches in each stage of the course.
 

Modules will give you a rounded knowledge of cyber security, cybercrime analysis, penetration testing, mobile forensics, and digital forensics, ready for you to complete your final dissertation.
 

The MSc dissertation is your final project and your chance to specialise in whatever field of cyber security you choose. This will be supervised by one of our industry-expert academics and is a chance to showcase your knowledge, and provide you with a springboard to launch yourself into a cyber security career.

Courses requiring a 2:1 degree

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 60% (three year course) or 55% (four year course) or 6.5/10 CGPA

Courses requiring a 2:2 degree

• Second Class Degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 55% or 6.0/10 CGPA

English Entry Requirements

• Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12/ XII with a minimum score of 70% in English Language. The University is able to accept Standard XII English from the CBSE and CISCE examination boards only. Students with qualifications from other examination boards will be required to provide alternative evidence of English language ability, for example, IELTS.

Tuition Fees

• International £15,000 per course

After completing the Computer Science (Cyber Security) MSc, you’ll be equipped to work in the following roles:

• Security engineer
• Security analyst
• Security administrator
• Digital Forensic Investigator
• Security specialist
• Security consultant