Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Identify vulnerabilities and assess cyber risk.
- Learn defensive security and incident-response principles.
- Develop practical, ethical and analytical security skills.
Anglia Ruskin University · Cambridge
MSc Cyber Security
Builds practical skills in ethical hacking, penetration testing, network and web application security, threat intelligence and AI-driven cyber defence. Taught in Cambridge for graduates who want security careers.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Cyber security analyst
- Security operations analyst
- Penetration tester
- Information security consultant
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 3- or 4-year Bachelor's degree with at least Division 2 (50–59%) from a recognised university, or a recognised pre-Master's course
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no element below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Anglia Ruskin University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on aru.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Anglia Ruskin University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.