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Advanced Cyber Security (Online) (Taught)

Course details
  • MSc
  • 2 Years
  • Distance learning (part-time)
  • May 2026
  • Postgraduate
Course location
Distance learning
Awarded by:
King’s College London

Course summary

This online Advanced Cyber Security MSc gives you the advanced knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage security systems.

You'll learn how to protect networks and data from cyber-crime and terrorist threats. The course provides a strong foundation in theoretical concepts, giving you the knowledge needed to apply what you learn in real-world situations.

Whether you're new to cybersecurity or already have industry experience, this course helps you deepen your expertise. By the end, you’ll know how to identify security vulnerabilities, design strong defences, and keep up with the latest cybersecurity technologies and techniques.

The course covers a broad range of topics, including cryptography, network security, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. It's designed to meet the growing need for skilled professionals who can handle sophisticated cyber threats.

You’ll also benefit from King’s College London’s research-led teaching, learning from experts at the forefront of cybersecurity research. In a diverse and supportive environment, you’ll collaborate with peers from around the world, enhancing both your academic and cultural perspectives.

This mix of theory and practical learning ensures you're ready for various roles in cybersecurity, whether in industry, government, or academia.

Entry requirements

You’ll need to hold a master’s degree or a 2:1 bachelor’s degree (Upper Second Class or international equivalent) in one of the following subject areas:

Computer Science, or Computing
Mathematics, or any Maths related degrees Economics, Mathematical
Economics, or Mathematical Finance
Physics
Electronic Engineering
Natural Science
Geographic Information Systems
Operations Research
Applicants should also have a sound background in basic mathematics, in particular familiarity with standard concepts of calculus, trigonometry, linear algebra, vectors and matrix mathematics.

You’ll also need experience in coding or C-programming/Python.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please refer to the course pages on the King’s College website for the most up-to-date tuition fee information. You can access these pages by clicking on the course contact details links below.

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