About Cyber Security Msc in Coventry University
The MSc in Cyber Security provides you with the knowledge and necessary skills in several core areas of cyber security. The course aims to provide a comprehensive and deep understanding of security principles, as well as the practical techniques used in solving security problems and addressing relevant issues.
It is designed to equip you to work at a professional level and develop a range of industry-informed knowledge and skills in areas such as network security, secure design, cryptography, risk assessment, ethical hacking, digital forensics and incident response. Running in a research-driven environment, the course will also build foundations for further research at Doctoral level in cyber security for students from a wide range of undergraduate degrees.
The course will also provide opportunity for recent graduates and early- to mid-career practitioners in the computing industry to enhance their knowledge or move into cyber security.
Why Coventry University?
An award-winning university, we are committed to providing our students with the best possible experience. We continue to invest in both our facilities and our innovative approach to education. Our students benefit from industry-relevant teaching, and resources and support designed to help them succeed. These range from our modern library and computing facilities to dedicated careers advice and our impressive Students’ Union activities.
Course information
The Cyber Security MSc seeks to provide a postgraduate education covering the main theoretical and practical aspects of the field.
The overall aim of the course is to provide:
- A deep and comprehensive understanding of current cyber security issues, concepts and technologies;
- Technical skills in assessing systems security, detecting and mitigating security incidents; and
- An understanding of the changing cyber threat landscape and the developments in cyberspace.
Career prospects
The course will provide opportunity for recent graduates and early- to mid-career practitioners in the computing industry to enhance their knowledge or move into cyber security.
It is designed to equip you to work at a professional level and develop a range of industry-informed knowledge and skills. The Cyber Security group also has strong links with a number of industries and government bodies.
Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your future career and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. The University’s Careers and Employability team provide a wide range of support services to help you plan and prepare for your career.
Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Alternatively, students may be admitted with IELTS 6.0 if they attend and pass a compulsory five-week pre-sessional English course, operated by Coventry University, before joining their master’s course
- Applications from those not possessing the equivalent of an honours degree in a relevant subject, will be considered on individual merit and decisions will be based on careful evaluation of the capacity of the applicant to complete the programme successfully.
- If it is deemed appropriate, applicants may be offered an opportunity to undertake a preliminary programme of study prior to enrolling on the course.
- Accreditation for prior learning (APL) is in accordance with University regulations.
The accreditation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) will only be awarded for achievements equivalent to masters’ level
English as a Foreign Language This course requires IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English is available if required.
Our International Student Hub offers information on entry requirements for your country, as well as contact details for agents and representatives should you need more advice.
Coventry University Highlights
Application portal |
UG: UCAS
PG: Post graduate application form |
English Proficiency |
IELTS |
Mode of payment |
In-person/By post/Certain debit or credit cards/Via telephone/Web e-payment gateway |
Academic Calendar |
Semester-based |
Financial aid |
Scholarships |
Accommodation |
Available |
Affiliation |
Association of Commonwealth Universities University alliance Universities, UK |
Coventry University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Tuition fees - International students |
Intake |
International student fees |
MBA |
September, January and May |
£18,600 |
MSc |
September and January |
£16,600 |
MSc with Extended Professional Practice |
September and January |
£16,700 |
Undergraduate Degree |
September and January |
£13,900 |
Undergraduate Top-up Degree |
September and January |
£13,900 |