About this course
Cardiff Metropolitan University offers MSc/PgD/PgC - Advanced Cyber Security as a 3-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in IT Security. Based in Cardiff, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £17,600 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 72. The next intake is 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
Applicants should meet one of the following: Possess, or expect to obtain, an undergraduate degree or equivalent, in a relevant area with a minimum of a 2:2 classification; Hold a suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body. Equivalence shall be determined by: International Admissions Team for applicants from outside the United Kingdom. The Programme Director for applicants who present professional qualifications such as from the BCS. Such an applicant would be interviewed by the Programme Director to establish suitability. Prior work experience in the related field can possibly compensate the Honours degree 2:2 requirement.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
