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 East London · London
MSc Cyber Security Engineering
Combines cyber security with engineering topics such as systems, product design and digital electronics. Suited to graduates with a technical background aiming for security engineering roles.
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?
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 4-year Bachelor's Special or Professional degree with second class honours (usually an overall average of 55% or CGPA 3.0)
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, minimum 6.0 in Writing and Speaking (other bands per course page)
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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 East London.
- 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 uel.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 East London before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.