Overview

Cyber security is a dynamic area of computing science. It's about understanding:

how attackers can exploit the features and vulnerabilities of a system

how to detect, prevent and respond to these attackers

Cyber security is also a process, requiring input from and interaction with end-users, stakeholders, decision-makers or system designers.

You'll study cyber security theories, principles, practices and technologies, and build your expertise in:

information security

system security

network security

The Cyber Security course at Newcastle University is designed for honours graduates in computing science, or a discipline with a significant computing component, for example:

engineering

systems engineering
mathematics

Career opportunities

Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles including:

Data Warehouse Consultant at NCR Corporation

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Ixia

Civil Servant at GCHQ

IT Analyst at the National Health Service (NHS)

IT Security Engineer at Venustech

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Security and Cryptography

Secure Software Development

Security of Complex Systems

Research Methods and Group Project in Security and Resilience

Project and Dissertation in Cyber Security

Advanced Topics in Cyber Security

Systems Security

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no application closing date for this course. It is suggested international students apply at least two months before the course starts.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in computer science or a discipline with significant computing content, such as:

mathematics

engineering

systems engineering

You should also have a good background in computer systems, including programming.They will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications provided you have several years of relevant industrial computing experience.

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Tuition Fees

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31700 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14500 GBP / year

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Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom

560 - 991 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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