MSc Cyber Security (Professional Placement)
Birmingham City University
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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The MSc Cyber Security course provides a broad foundation for Cyber Security concepts while delivering advanced knowledge and skills in key technical areas. Designed to meet the growing demand from global business and industry for robust cyber security systems, this course underpins the principles and practical professional skills you’ll need to meet the future challenges faced by organisations, particularly when it comes to strategic security planning.

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WUSCA ranking:
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78/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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70th
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103rd
What students say
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Sultan Muhammod Fazlay
05 Dec 25

All of their facility are quite impressive. Everything is..Read more

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Sylvester
04 Dec 25

The teaching methodology is engaging , the lab workshops an eye opener and the facilities are just but fantastic at Birmingham City University. Career guidance is also a big thing..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in Computing, Engineering or Information Management.

Applicants who do not meet this requirement but have extensive industrial experience will be asked to provide evidence of the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully complete the course.

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£917 month

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£1,705 month

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Students from EU

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£1,705 month

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Sultan Muhammod Fazlay
05 Dec 25
MSc Cyber Security (Professional Placement)
All of their facility are quite impressive. Everything is...
Read more
S
Sylvester
04 Dec 25
MSc Cyber Security (Professional Placement)
The teaching methodology is engaging , the lab workshops an eye opener and the facilities are just but fantastic at Birmingham City University. Career guidance is also a big thing...
Read more
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Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University , Birmingham

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4 - 6, Cardigan Street Birmingham England B4 7BD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Birmingham Moor Street  0.4 miles away
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