What you'll learn

This course comprises of the following core modules:

• Cyber Security Research MethodsLink opens in a new window
• Managing Cyber Risk, Audit and ComplianceLink opens in a new window
• Network SecurityLink opens in a new window
• Applied CryptographyLink opens in a new window
• Digital Forensic InvestigationLink opens in a new window
• Human Factors in Cyber SecurityLink opens in a new window
• Cyber Security ConsultancyLink opens in a new window

Elective Module

Alongside your core modules, you will be required to select one elective module. Elective module options will be provided to you at the start of the academic year, but an illustrative list can be found below. These options may be subject to changes.

• Artificial Intelligence for Cyber Security
• Cyber Incident ManagementLink opens in a new window
• Cloud and Virtualisation SecurityLink opens in a new window

Please note that whilst the module catalogue shows the latest approved version of each module and what is currently being taught (academic year 2024), there may be minor updates to content or learning objectives year on year to reflect the evolving state of knowledge and the requirements of teaching best practise. Any such amends will be updated following the department 'module approvals process' and reflected in the module catalogue before the start of the next academic year in 2025.

Project

The research element of your Master's degree is worth 33% of your final grade. That is 60 CATS points, or nominally 600 hours or learning. Your project is your opportunity to specialise in a particular area of cyber security that interests you, whilst developing your personal research skills. Your project for Cyber Security Management must demonstrate managerial, consultation or leadership insight and depth.

Learning style and assessment

When you study Cyber Security at Warwick, you will gain considerable exposure to industry. All taught modules contain considerable input from industry experts who, through case studies and guest lectures, contribute to the design and delivery of material making for a vey rich learning environment.

This course has two components – a taught component accounting for two-thirds of your time and effort, and a research component (dissertation) accounting for one-third.

A taught module typically consists of a combination of lectures, seminars, simulations, case studies, practical lab work, group exercises, reflective practices, on-line learning and self-study. The majority of modules are taught in small classes to facilitate and encourage interaction. Others practice large-scale lectures, which are then supported by smaller class seminars and group or workshop activities. Module leaders are experts in their fields and are supported by external speakers working in organisations at the forefront of their fields.

Each module is nominally 150 hours of learning which includes your class attendance, independent study, and assessments. Modules are delivered in a four-week learning block, allowing you to focus on one module at a time and engage deeply with the subject material*.

Modules are predominantly assessed by way of written assignments, but assessment can also be in other formats. In addition to the main assessment, you may have assessed presentations, online tests, practical's, self-reflection, and a range of other assessment methods during each module.

Your project will be assessed by your Project Supervisor plus an independent assessor. As part of the assessment, you may be required to present your research project and answer questions at a poster session.

*The Cyber Security Research Methods module is taught across the year rather than in a four-week block.

Entry requirements

In order to meet our academic entry requirement, you should have obtained the minimum of a UK 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent).

Candidates with a UK 2:2 (or equivalent) may be accepted upon demonstration of relevant professional experience.

CSM is designed for graduates looking to understand or apply cyber security in a consultancy, strategic, business or management context. It is ideally suited to those from a computer science or IT background; the programme also caters for non-STEM graduates with a specific interest in cyber security.

English language

If you are a non-native English speaker, we need to confirm that your English language competency is sufficiently good for you to get the most out of your Master's study. You therefore require you to take a SELT (Secure English Language Test) and submit your results as one of your academic requirements. If you are taking an IELTS test, we require a score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any one component). Please view our web page here for a full list of accepted tests, together with the grades required.

Tuition fees

For 2025 entry, the tuition fees are as follows:

• Home students: £12,300 
• Overseas students: £35,340 

If you are successful in receiving an offer, a deposit payment is required in order to secure your place on the course. Please note that sponsored students can apply for a deposit waiver. For further information, please see our tuition fee deposits pageLink opens in a new window.

Your remaining tuition fee is then payable at the start of the academic year, or in three instalments. For information about how to pay your tuition fees, please review the University's finance web pagesLink opens in a new window.

WMG Excellence Scholarships

At WMG, we invest more than £1.5 million per year into supporting our talented students and creating a diverse and inspiring learning environment.
Our funding opportunities range from the competitive merit-based WMG Excellence Scholarship open to all offer-holders, through to guaranteed bursaries for specific countries and partnership awards with third-party funders.

WMG Excellence Scholarships are merit-based awards, available on a competitive basis. Awards range from £5,000 to £15,000 tuition fee discount.

Applications will be judged on past academic achievement, professional experience, reasons for study, and your vision for the future. View our WMG Excellence Scholarship pageLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window for full details on how to apply for this award.

Additional Scholarship opportunities

You might also be eligible to apply for other scholarships from the University of Warwick, such as the Warwick Taught Masters Scholarship Scheme; as well as awards from external funding bodies, including Chevening Scholarships. For additional funding opportunities and eligibility details, please visit our Funding web pageLink opens in a new window

Careers

Cyber Security Management graduates can expect rapid career progression across a range of roles overseeing the implementation and management of cyber security systems in a business context. Below you can find some examples of roles that graduates from this course have secured:

• Anti-fraud Analyst
• Forensic Technology Consultant
• Frontend Web Developer
• GDPR Consultant
• Operational Intelligence Developer
• Security Engineer
• Systems Administrator
• Technology Consultant

The skills developed on this course will allow you to work in corporate information, security and technology teams, consultancies, government information-security departments, management tracks in information critical organisations and cyber security related research. You will be able to obtain positions in number of different sectors, so below we have included some examples of companies that CSM graduates have gone on to work for to illustrate the range of possibilities available to you:

• Accenture
• Capgemini
• CISCO
• Deloitte
• Electronic Transactions Development Agency
• Facebook
• IBM
• Indonesian Ministry of Finance
• IT Governance Ltd
• JP Morgan
• KPMG
• Ministry of Defence
• Ofcom
• PWC
• Reckitt Benckiser
• Royal Mail
• Singapore Police
• Tata Consultancy Services
• Tempest Security Intelligence
• Thales
• Vodafone

How to apply

Application is through the University’s online form and is currently open. The course code for MSc Cyber Security Management is P-H1SH

What to include with your application:

• A completed application form and £75 application fee.
• A Personal Statement which can be included in the online application.
• A scan of your transcript (marksheet). If you are still studying, please send us your transcripts to date. NB: if you are made an offer, we will then require you to upload your degree transcripts and certificate in order to clear your conditions.
• English language test result (if applicable) - this can be submitted after you have an offer.
• One reference. If you completed studies less than 2 years ago, this should be an academic reference. If you graduated more than 2 years ago, we will require a professional reference. We contact your referee directly, so please include their valid professional email address on your application form.
• Candidates with professional experience should include their CV with their application.

You can read more about the application process, and access a link to the application form, on our how to apply web page.

Application Deadline

Our official application deadline is 2 August 2025, however please note that this course will close early if capacity is reached ahead of that deadline. We strongly recommend you apply as soon as you are ready in order to avoid disappointment.