Master in Computer Networking And Cyber Security Msc

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027. Tuition is 18,500 GBP per year.

Designed for those who want to master the complex intersection of network architecture and cyber defence, this MSc empowers students to design, implement, and manage robust systems against an increasingly sophisticated landscape of digital threats. You will engage with advanced security principles, tools, and techniques in a dedicated IT security laboratory, gaining the practical edge required to protect corporate and government information assets.

This course is built on a strong foundation of industry relevance, featuring embedded Cisco Networking Academy content—a partnership London Met has held since 1998. You will not only learn the theoretical underpinnings of cyber security but also prepare for prestigious vocational certifications like CCNA and CCNP. The programme combines professional academic rigour with direct industry insight, often facilitated by guest speakers who challenge and enhance your technical knowledge.

Professional Recognition

Your degree is backed by professional accreditation that signals high-calibre competence to employers worldwide:

• BCS Accredited: Partial CITP status, providing a pathway to Chartered IT Professional status.
• Engineering Council Recognition: Partial CEng status, meeting the standards for professional engineering competence (UK-SPEC).

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.