University of the West of Scotland
Program Details — MSc Cyber Security
University of the West of Scotland
Faculty: Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences
Annual Fee
18,900
Currency
GBP
Duration
1 year full-time (Sept), 1.5 years full-time (Jan); all London intakes 1 year full-time
Intake
Lanarkshire: January, September; London: January, May, September
Degree Type
MSc
Degree Program
Postgraduate
Delivery Method
On Campus
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Cyber SecurityNetwork SecurityDigital ForensicsPenetration Testing
Program Overview
A specialist master's for graduates wanting advanced skills in data and network security to combat 21st century cyber threats. Modules include Fundamentals of Digital Forensics, Network Penetration Testing, Malware Analysis, Applied Cryptography, Incident Response and a Masters Project.
Admission Requirements
An undergraduate degree (preferably Computing) at least comparable to a UK second-class honours degree; candidates with other qualifications or at least two years of relevant industrial experience considered. English language: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).
Eligibility
Eligibility details will be added soon.
Fees & Funding
International (EU plus Non-EU) total tuition: GBP 18,900 for 2026/27 at Lanarkshire and London. Scottish GBP 7,500 (Lanarkshire); Rest of UK & ROI GBP 12,350. Enhanced International Scholarships available for 2026/27. Scholarship: Enhanced International Scholarships (2026/27) for self-funding international applicants at Scottish and London campuses