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MSc Cyber Security at Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop a deep understanding of cyber security to help prevent the risk of cyber-attacks, enhancing your career potential in industry. Use your background degree or equivalent background in IT to develop your ability to implement cyber security mechanisms into any business or organisation.

Faculty: School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: 20 Sep 2027  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Cyber Security Landscapes, Incident Response & Investigation, Research Practice, Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing, Web & Network Security, Systems Security, Dissertation.

Career pathways

This course will provide you with advanced knowledge in cyber security and will broaden your employability prospects within the IT industry. Possible career paths could include roles such as:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Computing, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5. 0 with no skill below 5.5. Modules, teaching and learning Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support. Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,710 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10710. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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