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Cyber Security (MSc)

Cardiff University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Cathays Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Addresses the key security issues that are faced by global communications and information systems and develop your practical skills through exposure to real-world problems and datasets.

Developed in conjunction with industry and aligned with GCHQ recommendations, our cybersecurity course teaches you the very latest security principles, practices, tools and techniques. Led by a team of specialist staff in our newly updated computer laboratories, our MSc in Cybersecurity will prepare you for one of the most in-demand roles of our time or a related research career.

As well as studying areas such as secure application development, risk management, malware analysis and digital forensics, you will gain an understanding of the business continuity and transformation aspects that are crucial to cyber resilience in an ever-evolving threat landscape. Using case-based analysis, you will have the opportunity to learn about security operations and forensic approaches to investigation across multiple platforms.

After graduation, you will be well placed to progress into a variety of roles in digital security and data science or a related research career.

This one-year degree falls under the umbrella of the Data Science Academy (DSA), run by the School of Computer Science and Informatics, in partnership with the School of Mathematics. You will benefit from the shared knowledge and skills of both Schools. However, your degree will still be run by the School of Computer Science & Informatics.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 30,200per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    27th

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University, PO Box 921, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ, Wales

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Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    32nd out of 117 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    152 67%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    93.0 93%

    16th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.76 69%

    110th

    21

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