Course overview
MSc Cyber Security Management is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at aston-university in Birmingham, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, with intakes in January; April; September.
aston-university is a public institution, ranked =416 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | aston-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Birmingham, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc Cyber Security Management |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Computer Science & IT |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Tuition per year | £25,500 (≈ ₹31.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | January; April; September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (one skill at 5.5, others 6.0) |
Interested in MSc Cyber Security Management?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £25,500 a year, about ₹31.1 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate 7-bed shared en suite flat (September 2027, 51 weeks)From £144 | £144per week | ≈ ₹17,568 |
| Postgraduate 5-bed shared en suite flat (September 2027, 51 weeks)From £155; 44-week contracts from £172 | £155per week | ≈ ₹18,910 |
| Postgraduate 7-bed shared en suite flat (January 2027, 51 weeks) | £137per week | ≈ ₹16,714 |
| Advance fee to Unite StudentsDeducted from your first rent payment | £250one-off | ≈ ₹30,500 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at aston-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most master's courses ask for a UK 2:2, which Aston equates to 50% or a CGPA of 5.0 out of 10 from a recognised Indian university. A UK 2:1 equals 60% or 6.0 out of 10.
- Some courses, such as MSc Finance and MSc Financial Technology, ask for a 2:1.
- The full-time MBA needs at least three years of relevant professional or managerial experience.
- A one-year Pre-Masters with ONCAMPUS Aston is available if you do not meet direct-entry requirements.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (one skill at 5.5, others 6.0).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (master's) | 6.5 overall (one skill at 5.5, others 6.0) for business, finance and MBA courses; 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each skill for most engineering and computing courses. A 6.0 may be accepted for business courses with a free in-sessional English module. |
| PTE Academic (master's) | 67 overall for business courses; 64 overall with 59 in each skill for most engineering and computing courses. |
| Duolingo English Test | Accepted for taught courses. Business school master's: 120 overall (one skill at 100, others 110). |
| Class 12 English waiver | CBSE or ICSE English at 75% counts as IELTS 6.5 and 70% as IELTS 6.0. State Board or NIOS English needs 80% (IELTS 6.5) or 75% (IELTS 6.0). |
| Medium of instruction letter | Graduates of Tier 1 Indian universities can use a wet-stamped medium-of-instruction letter on its own (subject to in-sessional English); see Aston's India tier guide. |
Intakes
This course starts in: January; April; September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree transcripts and certificate (or Class 10 and 12 mark sheets for bachelor's)
- English test score, or a Class 12 English or medium-of-instruction letter if you qualify for a waiver
- Academic or professional reference
- Personal statement
- CV for the MBA and courses that ask for experience
Scholarships
International Community Scholarship (Postgraduate)
Full-time taught master's on campus
Value: £5,500 off tuition for September 2027 starters; £4,000 for January and April 2027 starters
Applied automatically to international offer-holders who pay their deposit by the deadline in the offer letter. Excludes the MBA, MRes and some health programmes.
Official pageInternational Community Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Bachelor's, September 2027 entry
Value: £9,000 in total (£3,000 off tuition in each of the three taught years)
Competitive, application-based award for self-funded international offer-holders entering Year 1. Excludes nursing, medicine, optometry, pharmacy and audiology.
Official pageSir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor's Scholarship
Bachelor's and taught master's
Value: £10,000 off tuition
Self-funded international offer-holders. Apply with a 500-word statement on how you will make a positive impact. Cannot be combined with other Aston scholarships.
Official pageChevening Scholarships
One-year master's at any UK university
Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee
Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.
Official page
About aston-university
Aston University grew out of the Birmingham Municipal Technical School, set up by the city in 1895, and has been a university for 60 years. Its mission is to be the UK's leading university for students who want careers in business and the professions.
Aston is best known for Aston Business School, which holds triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, and for career-focused courses in engineering, computing, pharmacy and health. Placements are built into many degrees, and its graduates are among the better paid in the UK according to government salary data.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MSc Cyber Security Management at aston-university?
The tuition for international students is £25,500 a year (about ₹31.1 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc Cyber Security Management?
The course takes 1 year.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (one skill at 5.5, others 6.0). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January; April; September. 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 28 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.
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