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MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

Middlesex University Dubai · Dubai, Dubai (UAE) · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 23 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (full time)

Tuition / year

AED 76,491 (≈ ₹19.1 lakh)

Intakes

September (check January availability)

Course overview

MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at Middlesex University Dubai in Dubai, Dubai (UAE). It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September (check January availability).

Middlesex University Dubai is a private institution, ranked 901–950 in the world in the QS World University Rankings (parent: Middlesex University) 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityMiddlesex University Dubai (Private)
LocationDubai, Dubai (UAE)
CourseMSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaComputer Science & IT
Duration1 year (full time)
Tuition per yearAED 76,491 (≈ ₹19.1 lakh)
IntakesSeptember (check January availability)
English requirementIELTS 6.5 is the usual master's level; check the course page

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is AED 76,491 a year, about ₹19.1 lakh.

Total programme fee, September 2026 intake, including VAT

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn AEDApprox. in rupees
Shared room in a student residenceUOWD partner listAED 2,200–3,800per month≈ ₹55,000 – ₹95,000
Single roomUOWD partner listAED 3,800–5,050per month≈ ₹95,000 – ₹1.3 lakh
StudioUOWD partner listAED 5,500–7,500per month≈ ₹1.4 lakh – ₹1.9 lakh
International Foundation Programme2026/27 tuition, including VATAED 50,301one year≈ ₹12.6 lakh

Living costs for Dubai (UAE) as a whole: AED 45,000–100,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at Middlesex University Dubai for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • A recognised bachelor's degree in a related subject; some MSc programmes accept graduates from other fields with relevant experience.
  • MBA specialisations may ask for work experience; check the course page.
  • Apply online; one-year master's programmes usually start in September, with some January starts.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.5 is the usual master's level; check the course page.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicUsually 6.0 for undergraduate and 6.5 for postgraduate programmes; some courses ask for more. Confirm on the course page.
Other testsMDX Dubai also accepts other recognised tests and may accept English-medium schooling; check with admissions.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September (check January availability).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Dubai (UAE)

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Dubai (UAE), then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
  • Degree transcripts and certificate (postgraduate)
  • English test score
  • Personal statement
  • Documents for the UAE student visa, sponsored by the university

Scholarships

  • MDX Dubai merit scholarships

    Undergraduate and postgraduate

    Value: Percentage off tuition, set each intake

    Based on academic results; check MDX Dubai's scholarships page for current bands and deadlines.

    Official page
  • International Foundation Programme route

    Before a bachelor's degree

    Value: One-year foundation (AED 50,301 in 2026/27)

    For students who need a foundation year before entering a bachelor's programme.

    Official page
All scholarships for Dubai (UAE)

About Middlesex University Dubai

Middlesex University grew out of colleges in north London and became a university in 1992. Its Dubai campus opened in 2005 and has become one of the largest UK branch campuses in the UAE, with a large Indian and South Asian student community.

MDX Dubai teaches three-year bachelor's degrees and one-year master's degrees across business, accounting and finance, computing and informatics, psychology, law, media, art and design, health and education, and sport science. All bachelor's programmes have one flat fee — AED 64,557 a year in 2026/27 — which makes MDX one of the more affordable UK-degree options in Dubai.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats at Middlesex University Dubai?

The tuition for international students is AED 76,491 a year (about ₹19.1 lakh). Total programme fee, September 2026 intake, including VAT. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats?

The course takes 1 year (full time).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.5 is the usual master's level; check the course page. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September (check January availability). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. Middlesex University Dubai: MSc Cyber Security and Emerging Threats (opens in a new tab)
  2. Middlesex University Dubai: tuition fees 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Middlesex University Dubai: undergraduate programmes (opens in a new tab)
  4. Middlesex University Dubai: postgraduate courses (opens in a new tab)
  5. QS World University Rankings: Middlesex University (opens in a new tab)

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