MSc in Cyber Security - Online

As the digital landscape expands, the demand for advanced cyber security is growing rapidly. Our 100% online MSc Cyber Security program is tailored to cultivate leaders in this high-demand field. Throughout the course, you will enhance your expertise in cyber risk management, IT governance, and network forensics, making you a crucial asset in defending against cyber threats in the digital age.

Our MSc Cyber Security program is designed to accommodate your busy schedule, offering round-the-clock access to a cutting-edge digital learning platform. Moreover, our team of career experts and study coaches will be there to provide you with the necessary guidance as you progress in your journey. Equip yourself with specialized knowledge to protect our digital realm with confidence.

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Are you ready to defend the digital world from cyber threats? Do you have what it takes to be at the forefront of the battle against hackers and data breaches? Look no further than LIBF's online MSc Cyber Security degree. Here, you'll gain the expertise to safeguard our digital future and become a leader in the field.

But it's not just theory - you'll dive into the practical aspects of network forensics and data protection, ensuring you're armed with the skills to tackle real-world challenges. Get ready to embark on a career as engaging and innovative as it is vital, starting with our MSc Cyber Security degree.

Start dates

UK and international students can start on any day.

Scholarships and funding options

If you reside in the UK and you sign up for one of our online postgraduate courses, you will have the opportunity to apply for an LIBF UK Postgraduate Scholarship (Academic).

- Award: Should your application be approved, you will receive the scholarship directly into your bank account each academic year throughout the programme, provided you continue to fulfil the eligibility requirements.

- Amount: You will be granted a total of £1,000 throughout the duration of the programme, regardless of whether you are studying full-time or part-time.

- Application procedure: You will be asked to apply for this scholarship when enrolling for your postgraduate programme. A 300 to 500-word statement detailing how your academic background will contribute to your success in this degree, your career, or both is mandatory for your application.

Same procedure applies for working professionals enrolled in one of LIBF Postgraduate online courses.

There are no fees for the application process, and you can receive a discount of up to 5%* on your total fees by making an advance payment (*discount amount varies with the duration of study).

Discover how distance learning works

If you're embarking on your first foray into the realm of online education, you may have queries about the inner workings, prerequisites, and strategies for success. Fear not, you're in the right place and you're not alone on this MSc Cyber Security journey.

Discover how we tailor online learning through our MSc Cyber Security programme to be accessible and adaptable to accommodate your lifestyle and aspirations. Learn about how you'll engage with professors and peers in the online learning environment, leveraging the tools and assistance available to maintain motivation and achieve success in your MSc Cyber Security studies.

Your starting point on this venture is inconsequential; we are here to ensure that no goal is beyond your grasp. At LIBF, we are transforming distance learning with the introduction of our cutting-edge digital learning platform: myCampus.

Featuring a user-friendly mobile interface, you can engage in flexible study sessions with esteemed academics and industry specialists. Whether you're at home, on the move, or seizing a study break during your day, we offer the resources necessary for your MSc Cyber Security triumph.

For students in the UK, we will furnish you with a complimentary iPad prior to the commencement of your MSc Cyber Security programme.

This device will contain all essential materials to kickstart your studies and will be at your disposition throughout your academic journey. Upon completion of your studies, this iPad will be gifted to you as a token of our appreciation!

While a laptop or PC and a webcam are needed to undertake online exams, having the complementary iPad will grant you access to your learning materials from any location, at any time.

This MSc Cyber Security course is ideal if you have a passion for protecting the digital world and a desire to make a difference in the field of cyber security. Whether you are an IT professional looking to specialize in cyber security or a recent graduate looking to start your career in this exciting field, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.

If you are interested in our MSc Cyber Security, these are the most common entry requirements:

- Typical offer: 2:2 honours degree – or equivalent – from a recognised institution

- English language competence equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any element), or equivalent

- Overseas qualifications may be accepted and will be subject to evidence of equivalency normally verified through ECCTIS (UK ENIC).

We welcome applications from anyone who can demonstrate relevant professional experience. However, it is important to note that work experience is not a requirement.

Graduates of our MSc Cyber Security course will develop the skills employers are looking for in exciting and rewarding career paths. With our comprehensive curriculum covering topics such as cyber risk assessment, network forensics, and data protection, you'll have opportunities to work as senior cyber security analyst, cyber securityarchitect, information security manager and much more.