MSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (Distance Learning) at University of Huddersfield

Programme overview

Fully online, part-time MSc for cyber professionals and graduates with a computing background. It builds capability in cyber defence and digital investigation, covering secure-by-design engineering, threat modelling, risk assessment, digital forensics, ethical hacking and applied cryptography, with a focus on applying AI to security and forensic challenges.

Duration: 2-3 years part-time | Intake: 6 September 2027, 17 January 2028, 8 May 2028 | Study mode: online | Location: Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Secure System Design, Digital Forensics, Applied Cryptography, Ethical Hacking, Principles of Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security and an Individual Project.

Career pathways

Typical graduate roles listed: Software Engineer, Network Engineer, Security Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Solutions Architect.

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Application information

Entry requirements

BSc or BEng Honours degree (2:2 or above) in Computing or a related subject, or an equivalent professional qualification; other qualifications and/or experience demonstrating Honours degree level knowledge and skills are considered. Applicants who graduated more than 10 years ago need evidence of current subject knowledge, such as reference letters, training certificates or significant relevant work experience. Substantial (3 years) relevant industry experience is also accepted. English language for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5, or Duolingo English Test 105 or above.

GBP 9,900 for the whole programme (2026/27). Single figure published for both Home and International students; the page does not label the period, and it is recorded as the course fee for this award. Source

Intake: 6 September 2027, 17 January 2028, 8 May 2028

Duration: 2-3 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://uoh-onlineapps.hud.ac.uk/

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