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MSc - Master of Science
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Course overview Launch a career in the world of cyber security. Learn how to keep systems safe and help companies worldwide prevent terrorist and criminal cyber attacks. You'll learn how to design systems able to resist cyber attacks. Gain the skills to deal with current and future cyber security threats. With our course, you'll develop the knowledge for a successful career in industry or research. Birmingham is ranked 76th in the QS World University Rankings 2026, maintaining our position in the top 100 universities globally and placing us 11th amongst UK universities. Building on your degree, we will equip you with the skills to tackle complex cyber challenges. You'll learn how to design and build secure systems, develop knowledge of cryptography, network security and programming. Shaped by leaders in the world of cyber security, our course will get you ready for roles in a demanding industry. You'll learn from our experts and those key figures who also give guest lectures and supervise projects. Recognised as a fully National Cyber Security Centre certified degree Study our continually updated curriculum and degree programmes that align with industry needs, ensuring you are highly sought after in the global job market Benefit from our partnership with The Alan Turing Institute Take advantage of our state-of-the-arts facilities Network with key individuals from the industry involved in the course
You should have a 2:1 Honours Degree in a relevant subject (eg, Computer Science or a closely related discipline) or international equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. A solid foundation in programming and knowledge of data structures and algorithms will be a strong asset.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,150 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£34,740 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£34,740 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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