MSc Cyber Security with Advanced Practice

The MSc Cyber Security (with Advanced Practice) at Northumbria University, Newcastle, is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of information governance and assurance, in combination with technology risk management practices. Students will develop professional skills to protect businesses worldwide, safeguarding their networks and data. The advanced practice part of this programme allows students to have the opportunity to undertake a cybersecurity internship and gain valuable work or research experience.

The topics covered in this programme provide students with advanced and specialist knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity. They include information governance and security information, wireless networks and security, network security and ethical hacking for cybersecurity. Students will learn how to identify new and existing threats and the methods by which to reduce them. Teaching is through tutorials, lectures and practicals and independent study, while assessment is through coursework and research project work.

Northumbria University is a public university located in Newcastle, England.  The university has its origins in the Rutherford College, founded in 1877. It then became Newcastle Polytechnic in 1969 before gaining university status in 1992. The university has approximately 38,300 students.

The campus has a wide range of facilities to support students' learning. These facilities include classrooms, a library, clinics, labs, studios, sports centres, and several learning spaces. Dedicated students’ support services are also provided to students throughout their studies.

Northumbria University has four faculties such as Arts, Design and Social Sciences, Business and Law, Engineering and Environment, and Health and Life Sciences. Programmes are offered at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels across these faculties.

All interested applicants are to submit a personal statement explaining their interest in the MSc Cyber Security (with Advanced Practice) and relevant academic or professional experience, including an academic or employer reference. A CV may be uploaded to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants should hold a minimum of a second‑class honours degree (2:2 or above) in a related subject or equivalent, from a recognised university.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English need an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no component below 5.5.
• Other equivalents, such as TOEFL or PTE, are accepted.

The tuition fee for the MSc Cyber Security (with Advanced Practice) in Northumbria University, Newcastle is £23,950 per year for international students. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Northumbria University, Newcastle, offers scholarships and bursaries to full-time eligible international students to help fund their studies. The European Union (EU) scholarships offer students wishing to study for a postgraduate degree a scholarship of up to £3,000, awarded on a case-by-case basis. International students can also qualify for the London Cost of Living Bursary worth £1,334 to cover the living costs for one month in London.

Graduates of the MSc Cyber Security (with Advanced Practice) from Northumbria University, Newcastle may pursue job roles such as:

• Cyber Security Engineer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Cyber Security Consultant
• IT Security and Support Manager
• Information Security Professional

Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's official website. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.