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.
University of Derby · Derby
MSc Advanced Cyber Security
Covers cryptography, AI-driven threat detection, secure architecture and enterprise defence, with lab-based practice and an independent project. An optional industry placement year is available; January entry takes 18 months.
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
- Minimum 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject such as Computing
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 3- or 4-year bachelor's degree: 2:1 = 60% or GPA 3.0; 2:2 = 50% or GPA 2.7
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Derby.
- 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 derby.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 University of Derby before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.