Cyber Security and Emerging Threats MSc

MScPostgraduateComputer Science

About This Programme

Advanced cyber security: network security, secure development, penetration testing and security for emerging technologies.

Course Highlights

Intensive practical and theoretical cyber security training.
Covers network security, secure development, penetration testing and emerging-technology threats (AI, ML, quantum).
A 60-credit research methods and postgraduate project.
A UK Middlesex University degree delivered at the Dubai campus.

What You'll Study

Taught on campus, full-time. 180 credits including a postgraduate project.

Compulsory Modules

Programming, Systems, and Networks for Modern Computing15 credits
Network Security Principles and Mechanisms15 credits
Cybersecurity Governance and Secure Development15 credits
Operating Systems for Secure Environments15 credits
Cybersecurity for Emerging Technologies30 credits
Pen Testing30 credits
Research Methods and Postgraduate Project60 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: An honours degree (normally 2:2 or above) in computing or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification.

English: IELTS 6.5 overall, or an accepted equivalent.

Careers

Graduates work as security analysts, penetration testers, security engineers, and governance, risk and compliance specialists.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Licensed and accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) through the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), and by Dubai's KHDA. The degree is awarded by Middlesex University in the UK (QAA-reviewed).

Programme Details

Award

Master of Science (MSc)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

An honours degree (2:2 or above) in a computing or related field, or equivalent

Duration

1 year

Qualification

MSc

Subject Area

Computer Science

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 76,491/yr

Total tuition is AED 76,491 (inclusive of VAT). All students receive a minimum 10% academic scholarship, with further scholarships and grants available.

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