About this course
Aston University, Birmingham offers MSc Cyber Security with Professional Placement as a 22-month postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in IT Security. Based in Birmingham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £24,000 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 93. Intakes run across 2 windows (Term 3 (April), 2026 and Term 1 (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent in a technical subject such as engineering, computer science or cyber security.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 3 (April), 2026
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
