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.
Robert Gordon University · Aberdeen
MSc Cyber Security
Develops technical skills for protecting systems and networks against cyber threats. Aimed at computing or related graduates seeking security careers. September start is 12 months; January start 16 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
- 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in Computing or a related subject such as Electronics and Information Systems
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 2:2 (Lower Second Class) honours degree or equivalent in any subject; pre-master's available via RGU International College
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no component lower than 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 Robert Gordon 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 rgu.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 Robert Gordon University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.