MSc Applied Cyber Security

    MSc Applied Cyber Security

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 34,942 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    MSc Applied Cyber Security

    About

    Our MSc in Applied Cyber Security teaches you the theory, methods, and tools to address the global concerns of computer network security. It imparts the knowledge and skills needed to keep computer networks safe from attacks and threats by teaching how to formulate security policies, deploy network security solutions, and validate their effectiveness. The programme offers a detailed understanding of contemporary issues in network security research areas.

    You will develop the ability to design and develop solutions to contemporary cyber security challenges. You will plan and execute research projects in specialist areas within cyber security, such as cryptography, digital forensics, or malware analysis. You will also have the opportunity to experiment with core methods in the cyber security field, such as access control, cryptography, authentication methods, policy management, digital forensics, and intrusion detection.

    By completing this MSc, you will be equipped with a broad understanding of cyber security and the ability to address complex security challenges professionally, ethically, and innovatively.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.

    A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or non-UK equivalent in a subject which includes substantial academic and practical knowledge of Computing and IT. Degree must also demonstrate a good understanding of mathematics.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    English Language Requirements

    If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.

    The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.

    If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies.

    Please see our detailed English language requirements.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    34,942 / year

    MSc Applied Cyber Security

    Heriot-Watt University

    Heriot-Watt University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Edinburgh