MSci Cyber Security
Course overview
The MSci (Hons) Cyber Security at Buckinghamshire New University is a four-year course that includes both undergraduate and postgraduate study. This means you will study for a bachelor’s degree in the first three years, and in the fourth year, you will continue to a higher level and graduate with a master’s degree.
From your first year, you will learn the basic skills you need in computing and cyber security. Topics include programming, computer systems, networks, and how to manage cyber threats. As you continue, you will study subjects like information security, software development, database design, and artificial intelligence.
In your final year, you can choose subjects that interest you most. These may include cloud security, risk management, or disaster recovery.You’ll also complete a major project, giving you the chance to research and explore a subject in depth.
Studying MSci (Hons) Cyber Security at Buckinghamshire New University also prepares you for professional certification from global tech companies like Amazon AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, and Hewlett-Packard. You’ll have the option to gain real-world experience with the tools used in the industry today.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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The typical requirement needed to study this course is a UCAS tariff score of 88 - 112. This can be obtained through qualifications such as A-Levels, T-Levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education Course in a relevant subject.
English Proficiency:
- Students who are non-native speakers of English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by having an IELTS score of 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each of the four components.
- Equivalent tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or LanguageCert Academic are also accepted.
Scholarships
International Early Payment Discount
One-off Early Payment fee reduction of £500 available to all applicants paying overseas fees. The full tuition fee charged must be at least £15,000.
Up to £500Postgraduate Fee Discount
50% fee waiver per year. 10% fee waiver per year for September 2025 intake only.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSci in Cyber Security from Buckinghamshire New University are eligible for employment in jobs such as the following:
- Information Security Analyst
- Security Architect
- Network Security Engineer
- Forensics Analyst
- Penetration Tester
- Systems Engineer
Cost of study
For the 2025/2026 academic session, the tuition fee to study the MSci (Hons) Cyber Security at Buckinghamshire New University is £15,150. Please note that fees may be subject to a yearly increase.
Admission
You have to go through UCAS to apply for this course. If you have any questions about this process, feel free to speak with any of our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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