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Computer Science (Cyber Security) - MSc

University of Kent

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Canterbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The Computer Science (Cyber Security) conversion course will give you the opportunity to establish a foundation in cyber security from technical and multidisciplinary perspectives. This is a conversion course intended for graduates with little or no prior knowledge of computer science. Cybercrime is a growing threat to society, democracy and organisations with increasing high profile cyber security cases in the news. This conversion course has been designed to meet the demands of organisations seeking to protect valuable data. This course will provide you with the key skills and knowledge in computer science and systems security to enhance your career prospects in identifying and solving complex security problems.

The University of Kent is recognised by the British Government as being an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research, meaning you will be taught by staff who are top researchers in this area.

It's possible to take this course with an additional placement. If you don't meet our entry requirements, you can also access this course with an Internationally Incorporated Master's (IIM).
Accreditation:
This course is accredited by BCS (British Computer Society). The course partially meets the requirements for a Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP).
Graduate destinations
Our graduates have gone on to work in:

software engineering
mobile applications development
systems analysis
consultancy
networking
web design and e-commerce
finance and insurance
commerce
engineering
education
government
healthcare.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 23,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Kent

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    52nd

  • Campus address

    University of Kent, Recruitment and Admissions Office, Registry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, England

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A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from China, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan or Thailand.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    40th out of 117 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    131 58%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    43rd

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    84th

    43

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