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 Staffordshire · Stoke-on-Trent
Cyber Security MSc
Covers practical and theoretical cyber security, including securing systems and networks, for computing graduates targeting security roles. A September route with a placement year is available.
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 above in a related computing discipline (or international equivalent)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0 for courses requiring a 2:2, or GPA 3.3/4.0 for courses requiring a 2:1
- English (IELTS)
- IELTS 6.0 normally required
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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 Staffordshire.
- 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 staffs.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 Staffordshire before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.