Cyber Security

Liverpool John Moores University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Software engineering

About this course

LJMU's Cyber Security MSc enables students with computing and related experience to further their studies in this challenging and much in-demand sector.

  • Study a course based on the latest research and informed by industry liaison

  • Follow a curriculum aligned with the Government's professional practitioner benchmark for Cyber Security Masters-level study

  • Enhance your scientific, engineering and technical skills

  • Gain the knowledge and practical skills required for a career in Cyber Security

  • Benefit from the support of a personal tutor throughout your studies

    Computer Security focuses on protecting computers, computer networks - such as public and private networks, critical infrastructure, smartphones, smart objects, software and digital information from unauthorised access, change or destruction.

    This MSc is based on the latest research in the field. The programme and its modules are the result of extensive communications with industry and government, and the School maintains a regular industrial liaison panel. It is designed to equip you with advanced skills in the theory, practice, tools and applications necessary for a career in Cyber Security.

    We are proud of our high teaching standards and the approachability of our staff. Informal staff-student relationships are excellent. If you decide to study with us, you will be joining a relaxed and friendly department where staff are committed not only to student welfare but also to ensuring that our courses are continually developed to meet the needs of employers.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2139 Information technology professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    3132 IT user support technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Liverpool
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Software engineering