Sheffield Hallam University

MSc Cyber Security Work Experience

Sheffield Hallam University

Course overview

The MSc Cyber Security (Work Experience) from Sheffield Hallam University is a postgraduate course that prepares students for IT-related roles where they can provide security to databases and personal property hosted on the internet. In this course, students also learn how to secure passwords and other forms of identification from scammers, as well as black-hat hackers who exploit information for monetary purposes and blackmail.

In this programme, students build critical thinking and crime detection skills to help organisations move forward. Graduates of this course have worked for top companies like Azure, Microsoft, Apple, and Google Inc. Students who opt for this course engage in practical sessions where they learn to use controls like firewall and antivirus software to ensure the safety of people’s data and digital assets. Students have the opportunity to find work placements at leading IT companies where they can apply the theories learned in the classroom.

Learning in this course is through lectures, practical sessions, conferences, tutorials, and brainstorming sessions. Assessment methods include presentations, group projects, programming exercises, and examinations.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates require a Bachelor’s degree 2:2 or above. Applicants may also need a bit of technical computing background or qualification.

English Proficiency:

  • International students require an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component score below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

    Payment of tuition fees.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Sustainable Growth Executive MBA Scholarship

    Up to ten scholarships are available, each offering a £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000
  • Online Masters Scholarship

    A 10% discount on all our online masters courses.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Postgraduate Research Scholarship

    A 10% discount on postgraduate research courses is available if you have graduated with a full degree from Sheffield Hallam.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Postgraduate Study Discounts

    £2,000 discount on full-time postgraduate course fees for home and international students starting in 2026/27.

    Up to £2,000
  • Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    £1,000 Postgraduate Taught

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Cyber Security (Work Experience) from Sheffield Hallam University are prepared to protect databases from risks and cyber attacks. Some of the roles they can work in include:

  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Penetration Tester
  • Incident Response Specialist
  • Risk and Compliance Officer
  • Security Engineer

Cost of study

International students interested in the MSc Cyber Security (Work Experience) will pay a tuition fee of £19,225 in the 2025/26 academic session.

Admission

Candidates pursuing the MSc Cyber Security (Work Experience) at Sheffield Hallam University can get assistance with their application. Contact one of AHZ’s counsellors for specialised guidance today.

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