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MSc Cyber Security

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Networked computers run our world. From homes to hospitals, airports to banks and all stops in between, everything is connected 鈥� but these systems are susceptible to infiltration and attack. On our MSc Cyber Security course, youll gain the expertise to become part of the defence.鈥�� By learning to design, implement and manage computer-based systems security on this masters, youll develop the skills and confidence to succeed in a wide range of cyber security roles. This could include security designer, ethical hacker, and digital forensics officer.鈥�� Starting with the fundamentals, youll gain a broad understanding of the different levels of computer and network security. Youll then explore both the technical aspects and the logistics of planning and implementing network security management. Crucially, youll develop the skills to investigate systems after a breach.鈥�� You will also complete a masters project. While youll have plenty of support along the way, its a solo research project designed to develop your confidence, autonomy and self-sufficiency 鈥� qualities that can take you far in the workplace.鈥� Right now, there is a demand for cyber security specialists in almost every sector. It is a demand our students are equipped to meet.

Career prospects

The advanced skills and understanding youll develop on our MSc course can take you into cyber security roles across a range of industries, in both the public and private sectors. You could apply for jobs like:

Information security specialist

Software engineer for information security

Ethical hacker

Security designer

Security tester

Your masters could also provide a foundation for further studies. For example, going on to study a PhD.鈥�

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 20,000per year

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

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    56th

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, it offers a range of welcome events to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for their academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students鈥� Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Information Technology & Systems

    7th out of 22 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 151
    134 89%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    12th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.29 82%

    3rd

    3

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