Cyber Security MSc
University of Surrey
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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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In an expanding digital age, protecting our data is of vital importance. Our Cyber Security MSc (formerly Information Security MSc) sits within our renowned School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering and our outstanding Surrey Centre for Cyber Security.The Surrey Centre for Cyber Security is an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research. The University, meanwhile, has been recognised as a gold-standard Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education. Both ...Read more

In an expanding digital age, protecting our data is of vital importance. Our Cyber Security MSc (formerly Information Security MSc) sits within our renowned School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering and our outstanding Surrey Centre for Cyber Security.The Surrey Centre for Cyber Security is an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research. The University, meanwhile, has been recognised as a gold-standard Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education. Both accreditations were awarded by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which is a part of the Government Communications Headquarters.This means your teaching will be informed by world-class research conducted by nationally and globally rated experts in the subject. You’ll also benefit from our strong links with local and international industry.This course is fully certified by the NCSC. It will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to pursue a successful career in this sector.

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Mudassir Jaleel
22 Aug 25

Its a really good place for students, the ambience, location all make it a wonderful place for students to study and live. You wont feel homesick after coming..Read more

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Kiran
12 Aug 25

Accommodation facility is too far from..Read more

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Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in either computer science, electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, related disciplines with demonstrable exposure to programming and mathematics, or other alternative subjects related to data analysis, data science or informatics, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

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£12,400 per year

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£24,900 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

£24,900 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

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Mudassir Jaleel
22 Aug 25
Cyber Security with Professional Postgraduate Year MSc
Its a really good place for students, the ambience, location all make it a wonderful place for students to study and live. You wont feel homesick after coming...
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Kiran
12 Aug 25
Cyber Security MSc
Accommodation facility is too far from...
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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

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