Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security MSci
Course Overview - Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security MSci
Dive into cyber security, ethical hacking, digital forensics and secure networking. Learn practical skills, gain knowledge and build towards a future-proof cybersecurity career.
This course could be the right fit for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, tech enthusiasts and problem-solvers who want practical skills in ethical hacking, network security and digital forensics. Gain industry-relevant expertise through labs, and real-world projects to launch your career. With this course, you could benefit from opportunities for hands-on learning, industry placements and an i...
Dive into cyber security, ethical hacking, digital forensics and secure networking. Learn practical skills, gain knowledge and build towards a future-proof cybersecurity career. <br/><br/>This course could be the right fit for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, tech enthusiasts and problem-solvers who want practical skills in ethical hacking, network security and digital forensics. Gain industry-relevant expertise through labs, and real-world projects to launch your career. With this course, you could benefit from opportunities for hands-on learning, industry placements and an integrated masters degree (subject to meeting progression standards). <br/><br/>Key course highlights <br/><br/><br/>• Practical ethical hacking: learn penetration testing, web security and exploit development in dedicated hacking labs. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Security and forensics: master risk management, secure network infrastructures, incident response and digital evidence analysis. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry-aligned learning: apply skills through Capture the Flag’ challenges, simulations and collaborative projects. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Key Course Benefits</strong><br/><br/>• Join a thriving community of ethical hackers with opportunities to participate in societies and live ‘hackathon’ type events*<br/>• Previous graduates have gone on to become security consultants, security engineers, penetration testers and other sector-specific roles. <br/>• Practical, hands-on approach to teaching, where you have the chance to demonstrate the theoretical aspects of the course through real-world examples <br/>• Dedicated specialised learning environment - the Ethical Hacking Lab**<br/><br/>*UK and international opportunities <br/>Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I120
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
128
[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excludes general studies) [2] Must include 40 tariff points in one of the following subject areas: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology [3] May also include AS level and EPQ
Scottish Higher
A,B,C,C,C
AB/CCC to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Design and Technology, Computing Science at Advanced Higher.
Access to HE Diploma
M:30
The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits all at merit or above in either Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Statistics. Plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31
to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology or IT at Higher level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
in IT or a technical subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics.
A level
A,B,B
to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology. Excludes General Studies.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |






























