MSc Cyber Security Technology with Advanced Practice

The MSc Cyber Security Technology (with Advanced Practice) at Northumbria University, Newcastle, is created specifically for graduates with an undergraduate degree in any discipline who seek to pursue a career in Cyber Security. Students will learn up-to-date cybersecurity knowledge required by employers across the industry.

In this programme, students will develop core knowledge in areas of digital leadership, information governance and cyber security, cloud and big data security, introduction to computer networks security, computer network security, and research methods for professional practice. Students will also be able to demonstrate these capabilities in a computing and digital technologies project.

Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, labs, seminars and tutorials, totalling between 10-12 hours per week. The assessment is through coursework, including critical report writing, portfolio, projects and a physical artefact such as a programme or a database.

Northumbria University is a public research institution located in Newcastle, North East 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.

Interested applicants are to submit a personal statement explaining their interest in the MSc Cyber Security Technology (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 are required to hold a minimum of a second‑class honours degree (2:2 or above) in any subject.

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 Technology (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.

At Northumbria University, several scholarships and bursaries are available to full-time eligible international students to help fund their studies. One such scholarship is the European Union (EU) scholarships, which 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 Technology (with Advanced Practice) from Northumbria University, Newcastle may pursue job roles such as:

• Information Security Analyst
• Cyber Security Consultant
• Network Security Engineer
• Cloud Security Specialist
• Security Risk Manager

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