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Master of Science by Research - Cyber Security

University of Gloucestershire

Park — Cheltenham, South West, United Kingdom

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
October 2026
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,425
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The programme offers a future-oriented, research-intensive environment designed to address the complex and growing threats facing today’s digital world. With a strong focus on applied and impactful research, it equips students with the expertise to investigate, analyse, and respond to evolving cyber risks. Research areas within the programme span a broad spectrum of cyber security and digital forensics, including network and information security, threat detection and intelligence, secure software development, malware analysis, cryptography, ethical hacking, digital evidence collection, forensic investigation, and incident response. The programme also supports research in emerging domains such as artificial intelligence (AI) in cyber defence, blockchain security, Internet of Things (IoT) vulnerabilities, and cloud infrastructure protection. From the outset, students are supported by an experienced supervisory team that provides tailored academic and technical guidance throughout their research journey. Access to advanced computing laboratories, forensic toolkits, and security environments ensures a practical approach to problem-solving. Regular seminars, workshops, and peer-led sessions foster a collaborative atmosphere that encourages innovation and knowledge exchange. The programme is ideally suited to graduates in cyber security, computer science, digital forensics, and related disciplines, as well as professionals seeking to transition into research-focused roles. Students are encouraged to present their work at conferences, publish their research findings, and engage with the broader research community to enhance the relevance and impact of their studies.
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 13,425
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
October 2026, October 2027, October 2028
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Park

Cheltenham, South West, United Kingdom

The Park

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Graduate Route
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

The University of Gloucestershire offers a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Typically, students learn theory from industry experts and put their learning into practice in course work, real-world projects, placements and field trips. The school has a 150-year tradition of education dating back to 1847​. There are over 100 academic courses to choose from and approximately 10,000 students studying at the three campuses in Gloucestershire. The City campus building will be brought back to life as a vibrant campus in the heart of the city –...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.