MSc Cyber Security
Course overview
The MSc in Cybersecurity at De Montfort University is designed to enable students to understand the latest cybersecurity principles, practices, tools and techniques and prepare them for an exciting career fighting cybercrime. This programme equips students with the technical knowledge, critical thinking, and practical skills needed to tackle the cybersecurity challenges faced by today’s organisations.
The (NCSC) certification is a mark of quality assurance and relevance. Completing an NCSC-certified course can help students stand out in the job market. By the time they graduate, students will have the skills and knowledge required to kickstart their careers in the cybersecurity sector.
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
Applicants need to write a personal statement. In this, they should explain why they want to study this course and give other important information about their studies. They also need to provide a reference from a teacher or someone they worked for. Students can also add their CV to their applications to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant subject.
- Candidates with no formal academic qualifications but who have extensive industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates whose primary language is not English are required to have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill area.
Scholarships
Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship
The DMU Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship offers De Montfort University graduates an exclusive 20% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Cyber Security programme from De Montfort University can pursue various career roles, including:
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Security Engineer
- Security Analyst
- Ethical Hacker
- Security Director
Cost of study
For the 2025-26 academic year, the tuition fees for the MSc Cyber Security at De Montfort University for international students are £18,100.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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