Advanced Cyber Security Master's Degree - MSc/PgD/PgC
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityLlandaff Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This Master’s degree in Advanced Cyber Security gives you the advanced knowledge and practical experience to respond to modern cyber threats and protect sensitive data, systems and networks from attack or misuse. Developed in collaboration with industry and aligned to National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recommendations and the CyBok framework, the course is built around three core themes: offensive security, defensive security and information security governance. You’ll graduate as a well-rounded cyber security expert, able to use industry tools to build secure systems and reduce risks.
Key highlights
- Developed in collaboration with industry partners
- Aligned to NCSC recommendations and the CyBok framework
- Core themes of offensive and defensive security
- Covers information security governance as a core theme
- Practical experience using industry tools to build secure systems
- Prepares you to protect data, systems and networks from attack
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
MBA Scholarship
Award: Up to £4,000.
Vice Chancellor Scholarship
Award: Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Penetration Tester
- Security Operations Centre Analyst
- Information Security Manager
- Security Architect
- Cyber Security Consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,000 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Cardiff Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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