Overview

The Cyber Security programme from University of Plymouth develops the knowledge and skills to design, develop and manage secure systems to produce highly employable cyber security professionals.

Key features

Curriculum, facilities and staff certified by the UK National Cyber Security Centre.

Benefit from world-leading research-active staff at the forefront of knowledge, conducting research within the

Centre for Cyber Security, Communications and Network Research (CSCAN)

Strong alignment of learning to industry recognised certifications, such as AccessData Forensic Examiner (ACE), and EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Careers

This programme offers excellent career prospects and gives you the opportunity to help reduce the current shortage of cyber security skills in the marketplace.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Security Operations & Incident Management
Ethical Hacking
Digital Forensics & Malware Analysis
Security Architectures & Cryptography
Information Security Management & Governance
Cyber-Physical Systems Security
MSc Dissertation and Research Skills

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00

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Part-time start date: 25 January

Applications can usually be made throughout the year, and are considered until programmes are full.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:1 degree in computing or technical discipline. A lower degree classification may be considered if you can demonstrate a significant level of experience in the security area, with competence in computer programming. Professional experience may also be taken into consideration.

The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each element).

English language requirements

Unfortunately due to modular similarities between our undergraduate and postgraduate courses, we are not permitted to consider any graduates.

Applicants with overseas qualifications can check their comparability with Ecctis, which provides an advisory service.

We welcome applicants with international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

10600 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time (Home) £590 per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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