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 the West of England (UWE Bristol) · Bristol
MSc Cyber Security
A technical master's on securing computer systems and networks against attack, making heavy use of C and Python. Aimed at computing or technical graduates who want careers as cyber security professionals.
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 in a computing-based or similar technical subject, with good programming knowledge
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- A good bachelor's degree or a four-year degree from a recognised Sri Lankan university is considered for direct entry. HND or third-class degree holders are not normally accepted for most master's.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 5.5 in each component
- English alternatives
- Cambridge GCE O Level English Language grade C or above is listed as meeting the English requirement; some courses ask for more.
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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 the West of England (UWE Bristol).
- 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 courses.uwe.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 the West of England (UWE Bristol) before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.