About this course
University of Lancashire offers MSc Cyber Security as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in IT Security. Based in Preston, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £19,250 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 80. Intakes run across 2 windows (Spring (January), 2027 and Autumn (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
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 have one of the following
- 2:2 Honours Degree or above in a Computing or closely-related discipline
- Degree and substantial relevant industrial experience
- BCS Postgraduate Diploma plus PGD project
- Qualifications deemed by the University to be equivalent to the above
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Spring (January), 2027
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
