MSc Computer Science and Cyber Security at University of Hull

The MSc Computer Science and Cyber Security is a practice-led programme with lab-based learning in cyber security environments that simulate attack and defence scenarios. It covers red, blue and purple teaming approaches and is taught in the School of Physical and Digital Sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Physical and Digital Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (September 2027 start)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hull, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Cutting Edge Concepts, Component Based Software Engineering Practice, Trustworthy Computing and Cyber Defence and Threat Intelligence, alongside Commercial Development Practice and an MSc Dissertation (Computer Science).

Career pathways

Graduate careers include cyber security analysis, ethical hacking, secure software development, digital forensics and threat intelligence, in roles such as penetration tester, security architect, cybercrime investigator and cryptographer across government, finance, healthcare and technology. Some graduates progress to PhD study.

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