Cardiff Metropolitan University

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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