Cyber security is not simply about protecting the internet. As our world becomes ever more dependent upon digital systems, our vehicles, infrastructure, industrial controls, finances, and medical devices all exist within the cyber domain, and all need securing.
From financial services to smart vehicles and connected devices, millions of people depend on secure digital technologies every day. Our MSc equips you with the technical expertise to protect these systems, understand emerging threats and develop solutions that keep organisations and societies safe. With demand for cyber security professionals growing fast, you'll graduate with highly sought-after skills from a course certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (part of GCHQ) and accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT.
2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in IT, Computer Science, or a related subject.
Candidates with a UK 2:2 (or equivalent) may be accepted upon demonstration of relevant professional experience.
You can find out more about our English language requirements . This course requires the following
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We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications. For more information, please visit the international entry requirements page .
We typically ask for an academic reference if you have studied in higher education within the last two years or a professional reference if you graduated more than two years ago.
You will be asked to include an email address for your referee(s) when submitting your application and we will contact them for you.
Please refer to the WMG department pages for more detailed information on references. Link opens in a new window
Candidates with professional experience should include their CV with their application.
Our how to apply checklist helps you prepare for your application.
How to apply checklist
Applications for courses starting in September and October 2027 are now open.
The on-time deadline for taught postgraduate courses starting in September/October 2027 is 2 August 2027.
We will still accept late applications, however cannot guarantee that the application will be processed in time to complete the admissions process if received in September or there are a number of conditions to meet.
If applying late please include your degree certificates and transcripts, English proficiency evidence (if needed) and ensure referees can submit references promptly to allow time for CAS and visa processing (if applicable).
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 153 位 | 南加州大学University of Southern California | 32学分 | 73,888 美元 |