Overview

The MSc Cyber Security at the University of Liverpool Online addresses the growing global demand for cybersecurity professionals. This part-time online programme provides in-depth coverage of information security principles, threat detection, incident response, and security governance. Students explore topics including network security, cryptography, digital forensics, and ethical hacking whilst developing practical skills through hands-on exercises and case studies. The programme combines technical expertise with strategic understanding of cybersecurity in organisational contexts. Delivered through interactive online platforms, students collaborate with international peers and learn from industry-experienced faculty who bring real-world insights to the curriculum.

Career

Graduates of the MSc Cyber Security programme are prepared for high-demand roles such as cybersecurity analyst, information security officer, penetration tester, and security consultant. The programme develops both technical competencies and strategic thinking skills essential for protecting organisations against evolving cyber threats.

Accreditation

The MSc programme is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Trends in Computer Science
Security Engineering and Compliance
Cyber Crime Prevention and Protection
Networks and Web Technologies
Cyber Forensics

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-12 00:00:00

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The deadline for completed applications is usually one to two weeks before the start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Abbey Wood, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A degree in any subject equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above), or
At least 2 years experience in employment, which would normally be of a technical nature, comparable with the award of a bachelor’s degree.
All applicants must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5.
School or college transcripts/certificates
University transcripts and certified translations if applicable
Degree certificates
Personal statement
An up-to-date CV.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

8678 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8678 GBP / year

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Additional Details

MSc: £17,357
PGDip: £11,572
PGCert: £5,786
The tuition fee is fully inclusive of all costs: teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits.

Funding

An Executive Scholarship of 15% is available for our May and July 2026 intakes for the full master’s programme only.
A UK Scholarship of 20% is available for students residing in the United Kingdom, who enrol on the May and July 2026 intakes of our full master’s awards.
Regional Scholarships of up to 20% available, for those in specific regions outside the United Kingdom.
10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni.
5% discount for up-front full tuition fee payment.

A separate application form is not required for a scholarship, as it will be applied once you have received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships cannot be combined but can be used alongside our Up-front Payment Discount.

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