MSc Cyber Security

at University of the West of England

Modules
 

• Computer and Network Security
• Information Risk Management
• Cyber Security Analytics
• IoT System Security
• Analysis and Verification of Concurrent Systems

• We normally require an honours degree at 2:2 or above in a computing-based degree or a similar technical discipline. It's essential to have a good knowledge of programming, so you should describe in detail your experience of programming languages in your application. C and Python are used extensively throughout the course and so ensuring you have a good understanding of these languages will be advantageous.
• We can consider applicants who do not meet the normal entry requirements, but who have relevant professional experience or qualifications. In your application, you should describe in detail your professional experience and qualifications.

English Language Requirement
 

• International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

International Students
£18000/ year

Graduates of this master's course will have the knowledge and skills required to take on senior technical roles within cyber security. You could work within a large corporate environment or an SME, in a role such as Security Engineer, Information Security Analyst, Information Security Manager or Senior IT Auditor.
 

You could also go on to managerial roles in cyber security or consulting work, or continue to a PhD in a related subject.