A long-established, NCSC-certified programme covering cryptography, network, system and device security, fraud detection and security management, plus a dissertation. Suits graduates from many backgrounds aiming for security careers; a Year in Industry version is offered.
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Students living in Sri Lanka receive an automatic £4,000 tuition fee reduction on full-time self-funded masters (Sept 2027/Jan 2028 entry); the International Undergraduate Scholarship gives £3,000 off fees each year for international students achieving BBB at A-level or equivalent.
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A long-established, NCSC-certified programme covering cryptography, network, system and device security, fraud detection and security management, plus a dissertation. Suits graduates from many backgrounds aiming for security careers; a Year in Industry version is offered.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on network and systems security, threat, vulnerability and risk assessment, incident response, governance and ethical security practice. A placement or professional-experience option is recorded, which can help connect academic learning with workplace practice when available.
Course focus
Skills development
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
A strong fit for students who want to understand attacks, protect digital systems and communicate security risk clearly. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Relevant career directions may include:
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
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