MSc Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

This one-year full-time MSc integrates cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, covering cryptography, network security, penetration testing, digital forensics, machine learning and natural language processing. It suits graduates of numerate disciplines.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: School of Computer Science | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Scalable Machine Learning, Fundamental Security Properties and Mechanisms, Development of Secure Software, Cyber Threat Hunting and Digital Forensics, Security of Control and Embedded Systems, Text Processing, Machine Learning and Adaptive Intelligence and Natural Language Processing, with a 60-credit Cybersecurity and AI Dissertation Project.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for roles such as security analyst, software developer and architect, and data analyst.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject (computer applications, computer science, cybersecurity or software engineering; artificial intelligence, chemistry, economics, mathematics, physics or other engineering may be considered depending on experience of software systems development). International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or University equivalent. No references or referee details are requested; no formal supporting statement, but the application form asks applicants to outline previous experience of software systems development.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,345 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

International applicants: GBP 36,055 a year (2027/28). Fees are for the advertised mode of study (full-time); a fixed fee guarantee applies so the fee does not rise during study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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