- Level
- Master Degree
- Duration
- 1 year master degree
- Open intakes
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Off-shoreFeb 2027, Sep 2027
- Field
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Superfast Offer Speed2–3 days
- Next deadline
- 2027-02-01
Program overview
A one year taught master degree in information security, covering network defence, ethical hacking, digital forensics, security governance and risk, cryptography and a security project.
Master of Science in Cyber Security addresses a genuine UK skills shortage, and security is one of the few technology fields where hiring has held up through wider downturns.
Master of Science in Cyber Security is taught at the University of West London, a UK university with degree awarding powers. Because Master of Science in Cyber Security is a degree, it supports an application under the UK Graduate Route, which gives two years of unsponsored work in Britain after Master of Science in Cyber Security ends, or three years for a doctorate. To claim it after Master of Science in Cyber Security you must be inside the UK on a valid student visa when you apply. One limit applies to Master of Science in Cyber Security as to every taught course in Britain: the rules introduced in January 2024 stop taught students bringing a spouse or children as dependants, so Master of Science in Cyber Security cannot support a family move.
Entry to Master of Science in Cyber Security is a bachelor degree at 65 percent or above. The English requirement is IELTS 6.5 with no band below 5.5, and tuition for Master of Science in Cyber Security is recorded at GBP 17,250 a year. UWL charges no application fee, so applying for Master of Science in Cyber Security costs you nothing. No scholarship is recorded against Master of Science in Cyber Security. Master of Science in Cyber Security lists several entry windows a year, which gives real flexibility on timing. Apply Study Visa manages the Master of Science in Cyber Security application, the deposit, the offer, the CAS and the UK student visa as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: A completed bachelor degree from a recognised university, at the percentage stated.
- English (meet any one): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5; TOEFL iBT 86 with reading 18, writing 17, speaking 20 and listening 17; PTE Academic 58 with no component below 51; or the Duolingo English Test at 120.
- Application and deposit: UWL charges NO application fee, so applying costs you nothing. Confirm the tuition deposit and its refundability in writing before any money is transferred.
- Scholarship: No scholarship is recorded against this course. Budget the full tuition.
- Graduate Route: Master of Science in Cyber Security is a degree, so it supports a UK Graduate Route application giving two years of unsponsored work after you finish. You must apply from inside the UK on a valid student visa. Students on taught courses cannot bring a spouse or children as dependants under the January 2024 rules.
- Student visa: Apply Study Visa prepares the CAS request, the financial evidence and the UK student visa submission with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Security Analyst: security operations centres
- Penetration Tester: with certification and practice
- Information Security Officer: corporate security teams
- Incident Response Analyst: after experience
- Security Consultant: advisory practice
- Industry Certification: recognised security credentials
Reality check: security employers weigh hands on certifications and demonstrable lab work heavily, so pursue those alongside the master rather than relying on it alone.
About University of West London
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.6
- World rank
- #1290
- Established
- 1860
- Reference No.
- 10006566