Master of Science in Cyber Security: Advanced Research
Program Description
MSc Cyber Security (Advanced Research) at the University of Hertfordshire – Become a cyber security research leader through our NCSC-certified programme, collaborating with GCHQ's CESG on classified threat intelligence projects. You'll reverse engineer advanced malware in our Cyber Range, develop quantum-resistant cryptography, and publish in IEEE/ACM journals through our Cyber Security Research Centre. Graduates achieve 100% research impact, joining national cyber agencies, tech giants' research labs, or doctoral programmes.
Program Requirements
Language Requirements
| Test | Overall Score | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE - A | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 |
| TOEFL | 79.0 | 17.0 | 18.0 | 17.0 | 20.0 |
Academic Scores
| Scale | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| GPA Scale (0-4.00) | 2.60 |
Program Intakes
| September, 2026 |
|---|
| January, 2027 |
| September, 2027 |
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