The MSc Cyber Security with Placement Year at the University of Hertfordshire is a full-time 2 Years Postgraduate program in the field of Computing & Cybersecurity. Delivered at the University's Hatfield campus in Hertfordshire, UK, the course offers a balanced mix of academic study and practical experience.
Ideal for Bangladeshi students and other international applicants, this program provides high-quality education at a full-time competitive international tuition fee of £ 22,450 Starting each January, September, it is designed to equip students with essential skills for advanced study and professional growth.
The University of Hertfordshire offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring international students receive the guidance and resources needed for success. With a welcoming campus community and dedicated support services, Bangladeshi students can confidently plan their study abroad journey in the UK through this program.
Course Highlights
This course considers current research and practice in cyber security. You will build the fundamental and advanced aspects of cyber security in terms of theory, practice, policy and security standard to enable critical cyber security decision marking, the extant threats to current and emerging systems and networks and the effective countermeasures to such threats in compliance with information security management standards and the social, legal and ethical issues relating to cyber security in the context of digital forensics, information security management, penetrating testing and cyber operations.
Course Modules
- Distributed Systems Security
- Compulsory - 30 Credits
- Information Security, Management and Compliance
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Digital Forensics
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Penetration Testing
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Cyber Operations
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Team Research and Development Project
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Responsible Technology
- Compulsory - 15 Credits
- Preparation for Placement
- Compulsory - 0 Credits
- Professional Work Placement for MSc Computer Science
- Compulsory - 60 Credits
- Cyber Security Masters Project
- Compulsory - 60 Credits
Learning Structure
Classes consist of lectures, small group seminars, and practical work in our well-equipped laboratories. We use modern, industry-standard software wherever possible. There are specialist facilities for networking and multimedia and a project laboratory especially for masters students. In addition to scheduled classes, you will be expected a significant amount of time in self-study, taking advantage of the extensive and up-to-date facilities. These include the Learning Resource Centres, open 24x7, with 1,500 computer workstations and wifi access, Studynet our versatile online study environment usable on and off campus and open access to our labs.
Entry Requirements
- A 4-year Honours degree or equivalent in computer science or cognate discipline discipline with CGPA 3.00 or 60% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.
English Language Requirements
Listening
5.5
Reading
5.5
Writing
5.5
Speaking
5.5
Documentary Evidence List
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- English Test (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo - UKVI accepted)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- 2 Recommendation Letters (LORs)
- Updated CV/ Resume
- Research Proposal (for Research/ PhD)
- Work Experience Certificates (if study gap)
- Passport Copy
Study Gaps
For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
To strengthen your profile, it is important to:
- Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
- Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
- Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.
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Last reviewed on 08 September 2025.