Cyber Security MSc
City, University of London
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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City, University of London

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With the demand for graduates with a good knowledge of cyber security on the increase, this MSc will put you in a good position for your career in Cyber Security. Youll develop an in-depth understanding of cyber security from experts in the field and get hands-on experience in testing and analysing computing systems. The benefits of this course are many and varied and will help you build a thorough understanding of the field and its application across the games industry.By the end of the ...Read more

With the demand for graduates with a good knowledge of cyber security on the increase, this MSc will put you in a good position for your career in Cyber Security. Youll develop an in-depth understanding of cyber security from experts in the field and get hands-on experience in testing and analysing computing systems.

The benefits of this course are many and varied and will help you build a thorough understanding of the field and its application across the games industry.

By the end of the programme you will have specialist knowledge of computer graphics, AI, the ability to design and build game engines from scratch, knowledge of the games development process and experience of planning, managing and completing a major games technology project.
Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional and on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.

MSc with Placement option:
This course is also offered as an 'MSc with Placement,' which includes an additional 120 credit module and extends the study period by an extra 12 months.
Career:
This MSc will provide you with highly-sought after specialist analytical, operational and development skills in both technical and socio-technical areas, making you highly employable.

Our graduates have gone into a range of careers in the IT/ICT sector, as well as the telecommunications and banking industries.

Other roles you could pursue:

cyber security manager/architect
security analyst
information security
cyber security consultant
information security officer.
Top students may also be considered for an internship programme, in which companies sponsor you during your research project.

Postgraduate students in our Department of Computer Science are offered an unrivalled opportunity to complete up to six months of professional experience as part of their Masters degree.

An internship enables you stand out in a competitive job market, develop your business knowledge and to learn about the different career paths open to you.

Postgraduate internship opportunities.

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Entry requirements

You should hold at least an upper second-class honours degree from a UK institution (or the equivalent from an international institution) in Computer Science or a related discipline with some mathematical content. Relevant industrial experience may also be considered for entry to this course.

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£1,000 month

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£2,004 month

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£2,004 month

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City, University of London
City, University of London , London

City, University of London is a leading institution, ranked 38th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)....

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City, University of London
Northampton Square London EC1V 0HB United Kingdom
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