Entry requirements

An undergraduate (honours) degree in computing. Applicants without a degree but with relevant industrial computing experience are considered on an individual basis.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Cyber security is a fast-growing and critical field in the global digital economy. Designed to meet employer expectations and international demand, our practical Cyber Security MSc prepares you for specialist roles in cyber security and AI-enabled defence.

The course combines strong technical foundations with applied practice, so you’ll build skills in securing operating systems, networks, software and web-based systems and apply these to realistic attack and defence scenarios. You will also explore how AI technologies both create new security challenges and enable powerful defensive capabilities.

The industry placement or research year is a great way to gain valuable professional or academic experience and provides an opportunity for international students to study in the UK for two years instead of one.

Brighton & Hove is one of the most important cities in the UK for digital technology businesses and is just an hour away from central London.

Information for international students

If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Fees and funding

Please see our website for the latest information on fees and funding.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

MSc
part time
24-72 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
full time
12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

You also have the option to complete this as a PGCert or PGDip.

Course contact details

Name: Enquiries team
Email: enquiries@brighton.ac.uk

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Cyber Security MSc (PGCert PGDip)