Cyber Security
Entry requirements
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2:1 Honours Degree
You should have a 2:1 Honours Degree in a relevant subject (eg, Computer Science or a closely related discipline) or international equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. A solid foundation in programming and knowledge of data structures and algorithms will be a strong asset.
Months of entry
September, October
Course content
Launch a career in the world of cyber security. Learn how to keep systems safe and help companies worldwide prevent terrorist and criminal cyber attacks.
You'll learn how to design systems able to resist cyber attacks. Gain the skills to deal with current and future cyber security threats. With our course, you'll develop the knowledge for a successful career in industry or research.
Building on your degree, we will equip you with the skills to tackle complex cyber challenges. You'll learn how to design and build secure systems, develop knowledge of cryptography, network security and programming.
Shaped by leaders in the world of cyber security, our course will get you ready for roles in a demanding industry. You'll learn from our experts and those key figures who also give guest lectures and supervise projects.
- Benefit from our partnership with The Alan Turing Institute
- Take advantage of our state-of-the-arts facilities
- Network with key individuals from the industry involved in the course
Information for international students
Standard English language requirements apply (IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band).
Fees and funding
Please refer to Postgraduate Taught Fees - University of Birmingham for more information.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Admissions Team
- eps-apply@contacts.bham.ac.uk