MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

  • Postgraduate
  • London
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MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

This MSc programme is designed for students seeking to become leaders in the cybersecurity industry. It provides a deep understanding of network security, ethical hacking, and cyber risk governance. Students will learn to design secure systems, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to modern threats using AI/ML, penetration testing, and quantum computing tools. The course is available as a one-year full-time programme or a two-year part-time option, with an additional 12-month professional placement year available to enhance practical experience. Learning is delivered through a blend of lectures, workshops, and hands-on lab sessions at the Hendon campus. The curriculum is crafted in collaboration with industry professionals to ensure graduates possess the technical and strategic skills required for high-impact roles. Whether you are looking to enter the workforce as a security analyst or pursue further research, this degree offers the flexibility and industry-grade training to support your professional aspirations.

Tuition Fee Details

Full-time UK students: £11,700. Part-time UK students: £78 per credit and £38 per dissertation credit. A placement fee of £3,000 per year applies where applicable. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation. Tuition fees may be subject to change by Middlesex University London. Applicants should check the institution website for the latest fee information.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

A 2:2 honours degree or above in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or Mathematics.

Graduate-level professional qualifications.

English Language Requirements

Other

Pre-sessional English courses are available if minimum requirements are not met.

Other Requirements

Other

Relevant qualifications or work experience may be considered towards entry requirements. Applicants from non-standard backgrounds may be required to attend an interview.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Pen Testing

30 Credits

Programming, Systems, and Networks for Modern Computing

15 Credits

Network Security Principles and Mechanisms

15 Credits

Cybersecurity for Emerging Technologies

30 Credits

Cybersecurity Governance and Secure Development

15 Credits

Operating Systems for Secure Environments

15 Credits

Research Methods and Postgraduate Project

60 Credits

Preparing for the Professional Placement

0 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates are well-positioned for roles such as Cybersecurity Analysts, Penetration Testers, Security Consultants, or Threat Intelligence Specialists. Alumni have secured positions at companies including IBM, L'Oreal, and Hutchinson 3G. Nova Pathways can assist you in exploring how this degree aligns with your specific career goals.

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/cyber-security-and-emerging-threats-msc/ on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.