Cybersecurity (Conversion) (with optional Placement/Project year) MSc

Program Overview

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Cybersecurity (Conversion) MSc

Overview

The Cybersecurity MSc is designed to provide a firm grasp of cybersecurity in all major aspects of its existence and practice. This includes a comprehensive understanding of concepts, tools and techniques that are useful for solving problems, and an understanding of rules, regulations, ethical and professional policies that may apply to the field of cybersecurity.

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Project/Placement Year at Exton Park, Chester

Course Details

Level

Postgraduate

UCAS Code

N/A

Start Date

Sept 2025, Jan 2026, Sept 2026

Duration

1 year full-time, up to 6 years part-time

Location

Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

£10,530 for the full course (2025/26)

International Fees

£15,000 (2025/26)

Course Leader

Dr Toyosi Oyinloye

Optional 2-year Master's To Suit Your Needs

Professional Placement MSc

Choosing a Professional Placement MSc is a win-win for your career, giving you the chance to get real experience, apply your cutting-edge skills in the workplace and stand out to future employers.

Professional Project MSc

The Professional Project MSc is your chance to get the experience you need to stand out to graduate employers and make a difference by solving real global business challenges and demonstrating practical application of your learning.

Course Content

Modules

• Research Methods (20 Credits) Core
• Cyber Concepts and Techniques (20 Credits) Core
• Business Implication of Cybersecurity (20 Credits) Core
• Digital Forensics and Penetration Testing (20 Credits) Core
• Databases and Security (20 Credits) Core
• AI for Modern Use-Cases (20 Credits) Option
• Robotics (20 Credits) Option
• Research Project (if not studying a project/placement year)

Entry Requirements

Home Students

A good first Degree (normally a 2:2 or above) is required. This is a conversion course and is therefore open to applicants of any discipline so long as they meet this requirement and have a keen interest in computing with some knowledge of the use of computers.

International Students

The MSc Cybersecurity programme is a conversion course and is therefore open to applicants of any discipline so long as they possess a good first degree (normally a 2:2 or above) and/or equivalent industrial experience.

English Language Requirements

IELTS Academic: Postgraduate: 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each band)

Where You'll Study

Exton Park, Chester

Fees and Funding

Home Students

£10,530 for the full course (2025/26)

International Students

£15,000 (2025/26)

Additional Costs

The professional placement/project year will cost an additional £2,750, due at the start of the second year of the course.

Bursaries

The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.

Your Future Career

Job Prospects

Graduates have gone on to leading roles in industry in the field of security and penetration testing, in policing, and in government.

Careers Service

The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.