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MSc Cyber Security

University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
MSc Master English

Course Overview

Course Overview This one-year MSc in Cyber Security equips graduates with the advanced skills to design, build, and evaluate secure systems in response to current and future digital threats. The programme provides a rigorous foundation in core principles like cryptography, network security, and secure programming, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application. It is designed to create industry-ready experts and future leaders capable of pursuing careers in software development, security consultancy, or academic research. Key Program Highlights Comprehensive curriculum covering cryptography, network security, and secure programming Practical experience with modern technologies and toolkits for building secure software Industry-developed content with guest lectures from leading companies like Microsoft and IBM Final capstone project for in-depth, supervised research on a cutting-edge topic Excellent graduate employability in roles from secure development to cyber security consultancy

Available Intakes

September 2026
CampusBirmingham Campus
CityBirmingham
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeGBP 34,740
September 2026
CampusBirmingham Dubai Campus
CityDubai
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeAED 166,356