Course summary
From banking systems to everyday apps, secure computing underpins modern life. Walbrook’s MSc Computer Science with Cyber Security is built to give you the technical depth of computer science while also developing specialist insight into how to protect data, networks and organisations in a connected world. You’ll study a broad mix of subjects including software engineering, databases, networks, cloud computing and information systems. Alongside this, you’ll focus on cyber security through modules in secure programming, digital forensics and threat response. You’ll also explore how governance and ethics shape security practices in real organisations, and complete a research project that reflects your professional interests. Delivered fully online, this degree is designed for graduates from non-computing backgrounds who want to move into high-impact computing roles with a focus on cyber security. And at Walbrook, you can choose study full-time over 14 months or part-time over 24, supported by a clear weekly structure, career guidance and learning materials created by experts with industry experience.
Modules
On this MSc you’ll study how computer systems are designed, built and secured. You’ll cover software engineering, databases, networks, cloud platforms and information systems, while also developing specialist knowledge in areas of cyber security such as secure programming, cryptography, digital forensics and risk assessment. Alongside these technical skills, you’ll explore how virtualisation, containers, identity management and access control keep systems reliable at scale. You’ll also examine governance and ethics in relation to security, and practise applying threat modelling and incident response to real-world scenarios. Want to find out more? Visit our programme page to browse the full list of modules you’ll study.
Assessment method
Assessments on this MSc are varied and designed to help you apply your learning using reports, project design, case studies, portfolios of work, and reflective pieces or presentations. You’ll also complete a final research project where you can explore a computing topic in depth, supported by academic guidance.
How to apply
International applicants
Want to study a UK degree online as an international student? At Walbrook, all our courses are delivered 100% online – so you can gain a recognised UK qualification from wherever you live, without the need for a visa or extra accommodation costs. Our tuition fees are simple, transparent, and designed to fit around your life. You’ll pay either per module, or in full at the start – whichever works best for you. For more information, visit: https://go.walbrook.ac.uk/ucas-international-fees.
Entry requirements
This is a conversion master’s degree – designed for people who didn’t study computing at undergraduate level. To apply, you’ll need to meet the following entry requirements: A UK honours degree at 2:2 or above (or equivalent international qualification) in a subject other than computing. If you hold a non-honours degree and 2 years’ professional experience in one or more computing-related roles, you’re still encouraged to apply. We’ll review your academic and professional background on a case-by-case basis. In exceptional cases, applicants without a first degree but with more than two years’ relevant professional experience in computing-related roles may be considered.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £7680 | Whole course |
| International | £7680 | Whole course |
| England | £7680 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7680 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7680 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7680 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7680 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £7680 | Whole 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
We’re proud to offer MSc Computer Science degrees for just £7,680. That’s because it's built specifically for online delivery, using a structure that keeps things flexible, practical, and cost-effective.
Many of our students cover the cost of their postgraduate degrees using a UK government Master’s Loan (if eligible), and when it comes to paying for your degree, there are 2 different ways – depending on what works best for you:
1. Pay in full upfront: You’ll receive a 15% fee reduction if you pay for your full degree in advance. This must be completed before your start date.
2. Pay per module: This option allows you to spread the cost across your studies, and the amount you’ll pay upfront depends on how you choose to study. Full-time students pay for the first two modules upfront. Part-time students pay for the first module upfront.
If you have any questions about our tuition fees, please contact our Enrolment Advisors at [email protected] or visit https://go.walbrook.ac.uk/ucas-fees-and-funding
Provider information
Walbrook Institute London
8th Floor, Peninsular House
36 Monument Street
City of London
EC3R 8LJ
Course contact details
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