Robert Gordon University

Overview

The MSc in Information Technology with Cyber Security at Robert Gordon University is tailored to equip you with essential skills for a career in computing and cyber security, regardless of your prior academic background. This program merges fundamental IT knowledge with hands-on experience in cyber security, preparing you to safeguard contemporary digital infrastructures.

• Award: MSc
• Programme title: Information Technology with Cyber Security
• Duration: Typically 12 months (full-time)
• Credits: 180 ECTS (typical UK MSc credit equivalence)
• Delivery: Full-time on-campus
• Language of instruction: English
• Professional alignment: This program is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), facilitating pathways toward Chartered IT Professional registration upon meeting all necessary criteria.

What you'll study

The MSc program is divided into stages, culminating in an independent project that showcases your skills and knowledge. The curriculum progresses from foundational IT concepts to specialized security topics and applied project work.

Stage 1 (Foundations)

• Information and Security Management
• IT Infrastructure and Service Management
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Data Management

Stage 2 (Security and applied development)

• Database and Web Security
• Intranet Systems Development
• Software Project Engineering
• Data Visualisation and Analysis

Stage 3 (Capstone)

• MSc Project (independent project based on an agreed topic)

Additional learning themes

• Professional practice, including computer ethics and law
• Application of security concepts to real-world systems and development scenarios

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• Applicants typically hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a non-computing discipline.
• Those with lower degree classifications and/or relevant work experience may be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

English language requirements

• IELTS: typically 6.0 overall (specific component scores may be required).

Application documents (typical)

• Academic transcripts and degree certificate (or proof of completion)
• Passport/ID
• English test results (if applicable)
• CV and/or evidence of relevant experience (if applicable)
• Any additional documents requested by the university

Career prospects

Upon completing the MSc in Information Technology with Cyber Security, graduates can pursue various career paths in the rapidly evolving field of cyber security and information technology. The program prepares students for roles such as security analyst, network engineer, and IT consultant, among others.

Additionally, graduates may be eligible to apply for a post-study work route in the United Kingdom, subject to meeting current immigration regulations. Typical eligibility criteria include successful program completion and holding the appropriate immigration status at the time of application.