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 Glasgow · Glasgow
MSc Cybersecurity
A practical, research-led masters on current cybersecurity knowledge and skills. Designed for students who already hold a good computing science degree. The programme develops secure systems, networks, digital investigation, risk management and responsible security practice. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
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
- 2:1 Honours (or equivalent) in a degree with Computing as a major subject (at least 50% of credit in Computing/Advanced Programming).
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor Special or Professional degree: 2:1 / 60% / GPA 3.30 for programmes requiring a UK 2:1; 2:2 / 55% / GPA 3.0 for programmes requiring a UK 2:2.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, Writing 6.5 and no other band below 6.0 (or Writing 6.0 with no other band below 6.5)
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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 Glasgow.
- 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 gla.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 Glasgow before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.