Overview

Organisations around the world have never been more at risk of cyber-attacks, particularly with the greater role that data and technology are playing across all areas of their operations.

This Cyber Security Postgrad.Cert from University of Essex Online introduces you to a number of essential topics such as:

key trends and developments within cyber security

fundamentals of network security and information security governance principles

an inter-disciplinary perspective involving psychology that considers the human factor in cyber security challenges

Career

Gaining a postgraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from the 2024 Career and Employability Survey showed:

Over 80% of postgraduates saw a salary increase

3 in 5 postgraduate alumni said their degree helped them gain a promotion

2 in 5 students feel ready to make a career change

90% of students felt better prepared for their career after studying with us

Scholarship

International students residing in specific regions outside the UK may be eligible for a scholarship of up to 20% on the July and October 2025 intakes of the undergraduate and postgraduate online courses.

Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the July and October 2025 intakes of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Launch into Computing

Network Security

Security and Risk Management

The Human Factor

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 8 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-07-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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The deadline for completing applications is a week before the start date, but we recommend submitting your application in advance of your chosen intake

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Cyber Security Artificial Intelligence View 61 other Masters in Artificial Intelligence in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for the PG Cert Cyber Security, as a minimum you must have an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification.

In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for the PG Cert Cyber Security, you must have at least three years’ relevant work experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

4476 GBP / full

≈ 4476 GBP / full
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4286 GBP / full

≈ 4286 GBP / full

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Cyber Security.

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