Course Overview
Offered by Abertay University, the MSc Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in engineering and technology. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Fully certified by the National Cybersecurity Centre - part of GCHQ - this Master's degree develops the skills and mind set needed to tackle the growing threat of computer hackers. Computer security is a growing concern for organisations of all sizes. This Master's will put you in the ideal position to pursue a successful and often lucrative career. International tuition fees are £19,950 per year, home/UK fees are £7,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 100% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🇬🇧 UK Qualifications
🌍 Requirements by Country
Country-specific entry requirements are not yet available. Please check the university website for your country's requirements.
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£19,950
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,900
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and Funding Please note: this course will run over 16 months full-time and 28 months part-time if you begin your studies in January. The tuition fees you’ll pay and the funding available depend on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you’re studying. If you’re studying a postgraduate taught (PGT) degree, your fee status will be classed as one of the following: Scotland England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland International Fe
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 This Course at Abertay University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £36,500 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £30,500 | £41,000 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £41,000 | £57,000 |
UK Average for Subject
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £34,000 | £42,000 | £53,000 |
| 5 years | £34,000 | £42,000 | £53,000 |
Benchmark values use UK subject-average graduate salary data where available.
Course vs UK Subject Benchmark
Provider salary trend: up £10,500 from year 3 to year 5
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Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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