Computer Science (Information Assurance) MSci

Why study MSci Computer Science (Information Assurance) at BU?

  • Master advanced cybersecurity management skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Cyber Security Management knowledge and develop the skills to build and manage secure systems, staying ahead of sophisticated cybercriminals and large-scale attacks in a focused 120-credit program.
  • Build cutting-edge technical expertise: Explore the intersection of psychology, business, law, and management with cybersecurity to tackle challenges from multiple angles in state-of-the-art labs equipped with enterprise-grade hardware and virtualization-ready infrastructure.
  • Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as Infrastructure and System Security and network science to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.
  • Enhance your employability: Gain valuable work experience and industry insights through a team-based Master's project without a traditional dissertation, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.
  • Access diverse career opportunities: Prepare for roles that drive innovation in cybersecurity fields, from information assurance officer to security advisor or information security analyst.
  • Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure roles in high-demand fields, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Master's degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.
MSci Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
4 - 5 years Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

September 2025 and and September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104-120 UCAS tariff points including 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T-level requirements: Merit (120 tariff points).

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