MSc Cyber Security at Aston University

Embark on a career in cyber security with our MSc Cyber Security programme, designed to build solid foundations, technical knowledge and strong employability skills. This programme offers meaningful and practical learning experiences, from offensive security (white-hat hacking) to hardening existing and legacy systems, from enterprise IT to autonomous vehicles. Our curriculum is grounded in real-world practice, focused on designing cyber security programmes aligned with key standards such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials, or professional certifications such as from ISC2, ensuring graduates possess highly sought-after skills.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Physical Sciences  |  Duration: One year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January 2027, April 2027, September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught stage core modules: Information Security and Assurance, Cyber Security Operations, Cyber Security Project and Practice, Software Security, Advanced Ethical Hacking, Cyber Resilient Systems and others. Dissertation stage core modules: Dissertation.

Career pathways

You'll be well equipped for various career paths such as cyber security analyst, specialised cyber security roles (such as threat intelligence for the government), ethical hacking and data protection. Our curriculum aligns with key market needs, featuring a Cyber Security Operations module to train you in monitoring and responding to cyber incidents, a highly demanded career path.

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