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MSc Cybersecurity

This course is excellent preparation for jobs in cybersecurity, which is a rapidly growing area given the rise in computer-related crime. You’ll study topics such as network security and cybersecurity in organisations.

Why us?

  • 95.3% of our graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduating, according to DLHE 2016/17 (based on UK postgraduate students)
  • ‘Internationally excellent' research in Computer Science and Informatics, according to the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF)
  • Sunderland was named Smart City of the Year 2020 (Digital Leaders UK). Boasting the second-fastest growth in digital turnover outside of London, Sunderland is the ideal city to study computing and set up a business

Career ready

There is a high demand for cybersecurity professionals and the UK government is investing £1.9 billion over the next five years in a cybersecurity strategy that will include automatic defences to protect businesses and individuals.

On completion of this course, you’ll progress in some of the most attractive fields and industries as we prepare you for a range of cyber security jobs. Advance your career in a wide range of roles, including: information security manager, security analyst, security architect, security administrator, incident responder, security engineer, security auditor, security software developer and vulnerability assessor.

Requirements

Listed below are the documents required to apply for this course.

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

60 %

SSC Certificate

HSC Certificate

PASSPORT

NID/Birth Certificate

English Proficiency Certificate

CV

Statement of Purpose/Essay

Letter of Recommendation

SSC Transcript

HSC Transcript

Bachelor Certificate

Bachelor Transcript

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Master's Degree

Program Level

1 year master's degree

Program Length

£ 17000 Per Year

Tuition fee

£ 27

Application fee

£900-£954 per month

Cost of living

Upcoming Intakes

  • September 2025
  • September 2026