MSc Advanced Cyber Security (Online) at King's College London

Online part-time MSc that develops the skills to design, implement and manage security systems that protect networks and data from cyber threats. It covers cryptography, network security, ethical hacking and digital forensics, and is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences  |  Department: Department of Informatics  |  Duration: 2 years part-time (minimum two, maximum six years); 180 credits  |  Intake: January, May and September; next start 25 January 2027  |  Study mode: distance learning / online  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

180 credits: required modules in Computer Forensics and Cybercrime, Cryptography, Network Security, Security Engineering, Security Management and Security Testing, plus a four-part Portfolio Research Dissertation (Information Ethics, Reviewing and Critical Appraisal, Research Methodologies, Analysis and Reporting). 30 credits of optional modules such as Advanced Topics in Cyber Security, AI Security and Privacy, Big Data Technologies and Distributed Ledgers and Cryptocurrencies.

Career pathways

Roles such as Cyber Security Engineer, Data Scientist and Technical Solutions Consultant across industry, government and academia; graduates have a fast-track route to the Associate Cyber Security Professional (ACSP) title.

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