Overview

This Cyber Security programme at Aston University offers meaningful and practical learning experiences, from offensive security (white-hat hacking) to hardening existing and legacy systems, from enterprise IT to autonomous vehicles. Our curriculum is grounded in real-world practice, focused on designing cyber security programmes aligned with key standards such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials, or professional certifications such as from ISC2, ensuring graduates possess highly sought-after skills.

Career prospects

You'll be well equipped for various career paths such as cyber security analyst, specialised cyber security roles (such as threat intelligence for the government), ethical hacking and data protection. Our curriculum aligns with key market needs, featuring a Cyber Security Operations module to train you in monitoring and responding to cyber incidents, a highly demanded career path.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Security and Assurance

Cyber Security Operations

Secure Programming

Advanced Ethical Hacking

Cyber Resilient Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Deadline TBC

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent in a technical subject such as engineering, computer science or cyber security.

Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University (see international students tab below for more information)

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Tuition Fees

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24000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

11200 GBP / year

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Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

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Funding

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