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PostgraduateMSc

Cyber Security

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£22,285Per Year (Intl)
£8,030Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Edinburgh Napier University, the MSc Cyber Security provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Computer security is one of the key challenges in contemporary computing. You will gain critical knowledge within the cyber security and digital forensic domains, combining academic principles and industrial practice. The course is informed by current research in security and digital forensics and is underpinned by our experience with external partners in law enforcement, the cyber security industry, financial institutions and other knowledge transfer activities. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Cryptography and Secure Communications
Network Security and Threat Analysis
Digital Forensics and Incident Response
Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering
Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Security Compliance and Governance
Mobile and Host Security Architecture
Research Methods and MSc Dissertation Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,285

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£22,285

Home Student Fee

£8,030

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University offers Cyber Security as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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