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.
Buckinghamshire New University · High Wycombe
MSc Cyber Security
A one-year masters on protecting networks, systems and data, with an optional placement year. Aimed at computing graduates who want to move into security analyst or related roles.
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
- Bachelor's degree with at least 55% or GPA 2.30 from an ECCTIS-recognised university (2:2 equivalent = 55%, 2:1 = 60%).
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no element below 6.0
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan O/L English grade C/Credit accepted for foundation and undergraduate entry; grade B (within the last 10 years) for Masters. Medium of instruction letters considered case by case.
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Buckinghamshire New 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 bucks.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 Buckinghamshire New University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.