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MSc Cybersecurity


Postgraduate · 1 Year · Starts January 2027

About this course


Designed specifically to address a growing need in the industry, the MSc in Cybersecurity at Griffith College is a one-year programme which aims to enable students to develop robust and efficient network security plans, strategies and solutions.

Fees and scholarships


Item Amount Basis
Tuition fee €17,075 per year
Net fee €13,075 first year, after maximum scholarship
Application fee €0 one off

Scholarship: €2,000 – €4,000. €2,000 Standard Scholarship. If CGPA > 2.7 - Additional €1,000 Scholarship on top of Standard Scholarship If CGPA > 3 - Additional €1,500 Scholarship on top of Standard Scholarship If CGPA > 3.5 - Additional €2,000 Scholarship on top of Standard Scholarship

Fees are set by the university and can change. A scholarship is not confirmed until the university awards it, and the amount shown is the maximum available rather than an amount you will receive.

Entry requirements


Candidates applying for this course should have a 2.2 Level 8 Honours degree or above in Computing Science, or a 2.2 Higher Diploma in Computing or related discipline or international equivalent and/or relevant work experience.

  • Minimum percentage: 60%

English language requirements


Test Overall Minimum in each part
IELTS 6.5 6
PTE Academic 55 47
Duolingo 120-125 105
TOEFL iBT (from Jan 2026) 4.5

What you will study


Core modules

  • Research Methods
  • Cryptography
  • Managing Information Security
  • Computing Forensics
  • Advanced Networks and Cybersecurity
  • Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
  • Secure Software Programming
  • Malware Analysis

Dissertation: Dissertation

Where it can lead


  • Information Security Architect
  • Information Security Risk Lead
  • Cyber Security Manager
  • Computing Consultant
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

These are fields graduates of this course commonly work in. They are not a guarantee of employment.

Documents you will need


  • Copy of Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • IELTS / PTE Score Report
  • Bachelor's Degree Certificate
  • Updated CV / Résumé

Course details are taken from the university and are correct as far as we know at the time of publication. Entry requirements, fees and intake dates are set by the university and can change. Nothing on this page is an offer of admission, a confirmed scholarship, or an assessment of your visa eligibility.

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