MSc Cyber Security

Course overview

The MSc Cyber Security at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a one-year full-time master’s programme (with a part-time option) that explores how digital threats and protection work in modern life. Students learn about technical tools, societal challenges, legal issues and human factors. The course is meant for those who want to tackle the risks in our connected world. The course is offered both full-time and part-time. This programme starts with core modules that cover fundamentals of cybersecurity, system vulnerabilities, network threats, legal and ethical aspects, and defence strategies.

Students may choose special topics like penetration testing, cryptography or governance. The final part is a major project where students apply what they have learned to real-life issues, supervised by staff at the university. Students learn through lectures, seminars, hands-on labs and workshops. They will do programming, analyse threats, test systems and examine real case studies. Assessments include written exams, lab assignments, coursework, project work and the final dissertation or project. This mix ensures that learning is both theoretical and practical.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

Applicants typically need a bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent in any discipline, provided they demonstrate interest in cyber security and problem-solving skills.

English Proficiency:

International applicants typically need to demonstrate English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section score below 5.5.

Scholarships

10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme
We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.
Up to 10% of fees
British Council Great Scholarship
British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.
Up to £10,000
David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health
The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.
International Early Payment Awards (September Start)
Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.
International PG Merit Scholarship C
£4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.
Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship
Total Value - £13,250
Up to £13,250
The Annabel Abbs Scholarship
Please contact the provider
Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)
Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

After graduating with an MSc in Cyber Security from the University of East Anglia, students can move into a wide range of cybersecurity and computing roles. Possible job titles include:

Cyber Security Analyst
Penetration Tester
Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist
Information Security Manager
Security Consultant

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for international students to study MSc Cyber Security in the University of East Anglia is £25,700. Students can expect a maximum annual increase of up to 4%.

Admission

Applications for the University of East Anglia MSc Cyber Security course are made through UEA’s postgraduate application system. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ.

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