MSc Cyber Security at University of Liverpool

As our reliance on digital technologies grows, so does the need to defend them. With increasing cyber-attacks on critical infrastructures and personal information, the demand for cyber security has surged. Our Cyber Security MSc programme provides a solid foundation for you if you want to pursue a career or become a researcher within the field of cyber security.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Semester one, you’ll study three taught compulsory modules and one optional taught module. Based on prior knowledge and experience of programming, the optional module will either be Programming Fundamentals (COMP517) or one of either Quantum Computing and Security (COMP535) or Software Engineering II (COMP319). Compulsory modules in semester one include Research Methods in Computer Science, Privacy and Security, Communications Networks.

Career pathways

Cyber Security graduates have excellent employment prospects and the demand for qualified professionals is growing each year. With salaries across the sector rising, now is the perfect time to start your career.

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