MSc Cyber Security at University of Wolverhampton

Programme overview

MSc Cyber Security integrates cyber defence, ethical hacking and Governance, Risk and Compliance, with a virtual cyber security operations environment developed with industry. It is taught at City Campus with four start dates a year.

Faculty: Faculty of Science & Engineering | Department: School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering | Duration: Full-time 15 months; part-time 28 months | Intake: 14 September 2026, 9 November 2026, 11 January 2027, 1 March 2027, 13 September 2027 | Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Cloud Infrastructure and Platforms, Ethical Hacking, Generative AI and Automation for Cybersecurity, Incident Management and Response, Information Assurance, Secure Cyber-Physical and IoT Systems, Secure Infrastructure, Research Methods & Professionalism and a 60-credit Computer Science Dissertation.

Career pathways

Information security analyst, penetration tester, incident responder, security consultant, infrastructure security specialist, governance and risk practitioner, security architect and lead auditor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a closely related subject, equivalent to or higher than a UK bachelor's honours degree. Alternatively, at least 3 years of relevant work experience demonstrating in-depth sector knowledge (Work Experience Pathway), with a reference from a line manager detailing roles and responsibilities. English language: normally IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or an equivalent accepted qualification.

Intake: 14 September 2026, 9 November 2026, 11 January 2027, 1 March 2027, 13 September 2027

Duration: Full-time 15 months; part-time 28 months

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