Master of Science Computing

Developed in conjunction with Deloitte and provisionally certified by GCHQ, our Cyber Security MSc teaches you the very latest cyber security principles, practices, tools and techniques. Led by a team of specialist staff in purpose-built computer cyber security laboratories, Cyber Security at DMU is a robust progression into the world of information access.

It is impossible to ignore the importance of cyber security, which is recognised as a priority for governments and large or small organisations throughout the world.

If you are interested in a challenging and worthwhile career in a rapidly expanding and vitally important area of computing then this is the course for you.

• Taught by Industry Experts developed and delivered in collaboration with cyber security professional from Deloitte and DMU teaching staff you will gain the knowledge and skills in the latest cyber security principles, practices and tools
• Purpose built Cyber Security Centre access to our dedicated Computer Security and Forensics laboratories will give you the opportunity to work in industry standard facilities which will allow you to develop and enhance your skills in cyber security
• Specialise your learning to your area of interest combine modules from across Cyber Security, Cyber Technology, Digital Forensics and Software Engineering, allowing you to tailor the course to your areas of interest
• Industry placement opportunity you can chose to undertake a yearlong placement opportunity gaining valuable experience and skills as well as networking opportunities to build your industry contacts
• Graduate prospects employed as cyber security specialists in a range of roles within organisations including IBM, Deloitte, Airbus and BT

• Minimum Level of Education Required: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
• Min GPA: 77.0%
• English Proficiency Requirements:
  For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 60
  • Min IELTS overall: 6
  • Min PTE overall: 50
  Applicants interested in applying for direct admission, but are yet to complete an acceptable language test, can do so, but must provide valid results before receiving a final offer letter.
  For conditional admission, you are required to provide English proficiency scores:
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 32 (Min Listening: 2, Min Reading: 2, Min Speaking: 11, Min Writing: 11)
  • Min IELTS overall: 4.5 (Min Listening: 4, Min Reading: 4, Min Speaking: 4, Min Writing: 4)
  • Min PTE overall: 29

Other fees:

• Reading Materials Fee: £200 per year
• Exam Fee: £200 (one time)

* Note: Additional fees may apply
** All fees are subject to change without notice