Cyber security is a growing concern – there’s a significant skills gap and global demand for cybersecurity professionals. Our MSc, provisionally certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, develops the skills you need to pursue a career in the industry. The course covers various topics, including information security, digital forensics and other fundamental concepts. It also incorporates transferable skills applicable to professional development and finishes with a substantial independent project.
**Key features of the course**
- Brings toget...
Cyber security is a growing concern – there’s a significant skills gap and global demand for cybersecurity professionals. Our MSc, provisionally certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, develops the skills you need to pursue a career in the industry. The course covers various topics, including information security, digital forensics and other fundamental concepts. It also incorporates transferable skills applicable to professional development and finishes with a substantial independent project.<br/><br/>**Key features of the course**<br/>- Brings together theory and practice and draws on your own background and experience.<br/><br/><br/>- Provides a platform for further research studies.<br/><br/><br/>- Enables you to study a broad range of cyber security topics relevant to career needs and professional interests.<br/>
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
05/2026
Campus
Distance Learning
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Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
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