MSc Cyber Security

Overview

A taught master's with core modules in digital forensics, ethical hacking, cyber-physical systems security, security governance and applied machine learning, plus a 60-credit dissertation. An optional placement extends the course to 18 months.

Highlights

• Core: Digital Forensics
• Core: Advanced Ethical Hacking
• Core: Applied Machine Learning
• Optional: Professional Placement (60 credits, 18-month route)

Entry requirements

Academic

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in Computing, Engineering or Information Management. Applicants without this but with extensive industrial experience may be asked to show equivalent knowledge and skills.

English language

The course page gives no English test scores. BCU's English tests page states that for the majority of courses an IELTS of 6.0 overall (with no band below 5.5) is required, and that some courses may require higher.

Experience or portfolio

Extensive industrial experience may be considered in place of the degree subject, with equivalent knowledge and skills shown.

Careers

Listed roles include security architect, security analyst, security manager, incident response manager and risk and compliance analyst.

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.

Scholarships for this course

• Chevening ScholarshipsTuition fees, monthly living stipend, economy return flight, arrival and departure allowances and visa application cost