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.
Cardiff University · Cardiff
Cyber Security (MSc)
Developed with industry and aligned with GCHQ recommendations, the course uses a dedicated security and forensics lab to practise against real attack scenarios. It prepares graduates for in-demand security roles or research.
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?
- Academic
- 2:2 in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, with evidence of programming and a relevant project
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Special or Professional bachelor's degree from a recognised institution; at least 60% (CGPA 3.30/4.0) comparable to a UK 2:1 and at least 55% (CGPA 3.0/4.0) comparable to a UK 2:2
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each subskill
- English alternatives
- Usually IELTS 6.5 minimum; in-house English for University Study and summer pre-sessional courses available
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Cardiff 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 cardiff.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 Cardiff University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.