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Bachelor of Computer Science in Cyber Security with a Year in Industry in MSci

Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Egham, United Kingdom
  • 5 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Royal Holloway, University of London campus

About the program

Master of Science (MSci) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) with a Year in Industry is a 5-year full-time undergraduate course in Computer Science taught at the Egham campus of Royal Holloway.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Computer Science in Cyber Security with a Year in Industry in MSci. Apply relevant theories
  • Methods
  • And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Computer Science in Cyber Security with a Year in Industry in MSci.

Career outcomes

  • Information security specialist in banking
  • Telecommunications
  • Security consultancies
  • Civil service
  • Public utilities
  • Retail
  • The military

Curriculum

  • 5-Year full-time degree. First-year core modules include Programming laboratory
  • Internet Services and Machine Fundamentals. Later years add Algorithms and Complexity and Computer and Network Security. Optional choices include Symbolic Artificial Intelligence and Multi-dimensional Data Processing. A final-stage team project is included. One year is spent on an industry or business placement.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • A Levels: AAA-AAB. Required subjects: Computer Science or Mathematics or Physics. GCSE Mathematics at grade 6 (B) GCSE English Language at grade 4 (C) International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.

Accepted academic background

A levels or equivalent (IB, European Baccalaureate, Country-specific qualifications), Some countries require an International Foundation Year before entry, GCSE/equivalent English and maths on some courses.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • Duolingo 120
  • PTE Academic 67

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Graduation certificate when applicable
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Financial documentation
  • Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

  1. Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
  2. BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.

Other costs

Tuition per year£27,900 GBP
Application fee£75 GBP
Deposit£3,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEgham
Faculty or schoolSchool of Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences
DepartmentComputer Science
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value600
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRoyal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    13 Jan 2027

    61 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 5 years.